CAMUS VSOP Elegance Cognac

I attribute my recent high consumption of brandy to Wisconsin. Apparently, my current state consumes more brandy than all other 49 combined. I can't fathom why. Is it the German Lutheran and Catholic influence providing a unique Old World character? Or perhaps the fact that we lead the nation in most other drinking metrics, so we might as well dominate brandy too? Maybe it's simply too cold here not to drink something so pleasantly warming? I have no clue, but Wisconsin is responsible for me having this beside me. That being said, if this is the cost of residing in the Badger State, I'm happy to pay it. It's truly elegant; this is a sophisticated evening drink. Butterscotch, peach cobbler, and a hint of cinnamon on the aroma; the palate is wonderfully buttery, with ripe peach, almond pastry filling, butterscotch, and cinnamon present. For $35 a bottle, it's an obvious choice. This will fend off the winter chill on a snowy night such as tonight.

This is my inaugural cognac review. I found this at the local shop and based on reviews, it appeared to be a suitable starting point for exploring cognac. Nose: The aroma is sweet, featuring fruity and floral notes. Peaches and spring flowers are the immediate impressions. Palate: The fruitiness returns, joined by a sweetness akin to cake batter. It's borderline too sweet but doesn't quite cross the line. Finish: All the sweet notes gradually transform into a pleasant black tea. This lingers for about 30 seconds before dissipating. The finish is undoubtedly the most enjoyable aspect of this cognac. The flavors were all agreeable and harmonious. My critique is its apparent lack of depth, body, and intensity. Perhaps more aging or a higher proof would address this, but as it stands, it leaves a desire for more. Considering the price, however, it's a delightful beverage and an excellent value. Cheers!

In a snifter and warmed- scents of raisin, apple, some dark citrus, buttery caramel, and vanilla are prominent. The taste starts with immediate caramel and vanilla and sweet notes, transitioning over its moderate finish to orchard fruit then plump black raisin and apple, a hint of brown sugar and baking spices, and finally concluding with sweet black grape, vanilla, and spice.

A full-bodied VSOP Cognac from the House of Camus, incorporating a portion of Borderies eaux-de-vie, a component they are known for using. It begins with aromas of flowers, yellow plum, raisin, and vanilla; the palate introduces notes of almond and walnut; and the finish is lengthy and intricate with subtle oak undertones. September 2017

This is pleasant. The taste profile develops well from start to finish. The finish, however, is quite sharp for a cognac, in my opinion. It may benefit from a bit of water, though I did not experiment with it.

Refined aroma with a full body, featuring notes of dried peaches. It's almost sweet but wonderfully dry, concluding with an extended aftertaste of dried fruit and butterscotch.