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Owing to a long history of wine production, Cognac is a place where generations have worked with the vine. The famous brandy was first created centuries ago when the Dutch developed a taste for the wine from this region and turned to distillation as a means of preserving it for the journey home. Over time, as cognac took longer to produce, it developed into a special liquor that is now considered one of the most luxurious of spirits, thanks to its complex character and rich heritage.
Cognac has developed either side of the winding Charentes river, which remains at the heart of the town. On either side of the river, the grapes of the Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne, Borderies and Fins Bois Crus draw warmth from the chalky soil drenched in sunshine and rain. The town is home to a multitude of longstanding Cognac houses who have been producing cognac for generations. Today, a Grape Escape in Cognac will guarantee time spent discovering this beautiful town, recognized for its art and history, excellent gastronomy, walnut farms, peaceful cycle routes, and, of course, perhaps most importantly for the cognac lover, its abundant distilleries.
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Francesca- London, UK
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