REGION: Cognac

The Giboin family has been growing grapes and producing Cognac for over two centuries. Grapes grown on the family’s main estate in the Borderies, along with those grown on a second estate in the Fins Bois, are distilled separately and carefully aged for a range of Cognacs and Pineau des Charentes.

The Estèves are independent producers in the Petite Champagne, respected throughout the region. Much of that esteem comes from their skill and approachability, but true reverence comes from their adherence to tradition and their marvelous collection of young, middle-aged, and pre-phylloxera Cognacs.

The Dudognon family has produced Cognac in the small town of Lignieres Sonneville in Grande Champagne since 1776. Using only Ugni Blanc from their best parcels of land, their spirits contain no additives and represent some of the finest Cognac in the region.