The producers of the aperitif wine Pineau des Charentes have upped their game. In order to be labeled “very old” this traditional aperitif of the Cognac region of France must be aged in barrels for at least ten years. Which is quite a long time something that was traditionally a
In case you haven’t had Pineau des Charentes before, it is traditionally served lightly chilled, as an aperitif, in casual settings in the Cognac region of France. This delightful Pineau is aged for a full 5 years in barrel, which has made it softer and richer on the palate. It
Aromas of fresh Brazil nuts with a typical hint of umami. On the palate still nutty, Brazil nuts joined by fresh almonds and some soy notes. Refreshing, with a tangy woodiness too, finishing umami. Oh, and did I mention this wine is from Jerez, Spain, which means it's one of
