Ever thought about visiting Cognac?
Here are all the reasons why Cognac is a reinvented drink, now a classic ingredient in all the best cocktails, and why visiting this quaint town in south-western France is not to be missed by any wine lover.
If you like wine, what’s not to like… Cognac is made from grapes too
At its core, Cognac starts in the same way that wine does: with grapes. It then follows a unique distillation and ageing process to become cognac. And just like wine, cognac is all about the terroir. Whether it’s a VS (Very Special) cognac with fresh fruit flavours or a more complex XO (Extra Old) cognac with layers of oak, spice, and dried fruits, you’ll find a similar depth and range of flavours to what you appreciate in wine. It’s the nuances of different cognacs that make it an exciting choice for wine lovers to explore.
It’s an excellent choice for those into their gastronomy, or those who are after a refined drink
Think: understated luxury. Looking for something more unassuming than Champagne or the Côte d’Azur? Cognac is the perfect choice for a luxury getaway. The drink can be enjoyed as an excellent accompaniment to gastronomic foods, as well as on its own: neat, over ice, or our personal favourite – in a cocktail. And the destination of Cognac and its surroundings prides itself on being home to a number of great fine dining restaurants, as well as luxury hotels such as Hotel Chais Monnet & Spa.
See the wider region and the vineyards next door
Nestled in southwestern France, Cognac is a charming town steeped in history, culture, and world-renowned craftsmanship. Set along the scenic Charente River, the historic distilleries are at the heart of any Grape Escape, but you can also enjoy the wonderful surroundings. Think picturesque port city of La Rochelle, sandy beaches of France’s southwestern coast and the upmarket island of Ile de Ré… or one of our top destinations: Bordeaux. We offer tours that can take in the best of both regions, giving you the perfect balance of wine and spirit and fascinating insight into these two spectacular regions of France.
We’ve created a range of fresh new cognac tours available to browse on our website. If you love wine, we can guarantee there’ll be something there for you.
And to make it completely irresistible…
Come and taste for yourself between 6pm and 9:30pm at our exclusive Cognac tasting event in central London on 12 March 2025. To find out more, drop us an email at in**@gr**********.net, or RSVP to secure your place here.
Want to experience Cognac for yourself? Enter our competition in collaboration with Food and Travel magazine and some of our Cognac partners to win a free Grape Escape to Cognac for 2 people worth £3,000! Click here to enter the competition.
Give us a call on +44 1920 46 86 66 to speak to a member of the team, or drop us an email at in**@gr**********.net. We’d love to plan your dream trip to Cognac.
Image credits: Aurélien Terrade / BNIC, Hennessy / Fabian Monchatre, Hennessy / Jean Philippe Lebee, Hennessy, Rémy Martin, Rémy Martin, Aurélien Terrade / BNIC.
