Overall (85)

A classic name, yes, but behind the label there is a cognac that is certainly worthy of its XO grade.

Aroma

On the nose I find mostly dried fruits and oakwood

Taste

plenty of spice and oak alongside those dried figs I like. Not too heavy or syrupy (thankfully), though sweetness is just a bit above my preference for drier style. still, the rancio does the talking more than the fruit. Some faint chocolate appears on the mid-palate if you look for it.

Finish

Finish is warming and lingering with more oak than I usually want, but also some pleasant leather and walnut impressions that make up for it. Leaves a good memory even if a touch sweet at the end.