Aged on lees for 18 months after whole-cluster fermentation/pressing, this white has notes of lemon curd and pear, with a crisp acid contour and pleasing minerality.
As the name ("fougue" translates as 'ardor') indicates, this is a wine with impact, with cherry florality on the nose and notes of stonefruit and lemon curd on the palate, and an almond-y finish. Like some passions, this one needs time: open a day in advance for its full expression.
Made of 100% Cab Franc from PM's Redfoot vineyard, the Ressac has a chalk minerality, crunchy redfruit notes, and an anise-leaning pepperiness, delivered in a medium-bodied structure with refreshing acidity.
Pearl Morissette's first venture into Meritage, in a leaner style but with the expected dark fruit and minerality. A nice change of pace. FYI, "Meritage" rhymes with "heritage", not "garage".
Traditional higher proof Cognac, aged in Sauternes casks, from Grande Champagne vineyards and dedicated to the previous 10 generations of Ferrand farmers. Named Robb Report's best Cognac in its price range.
Modeled after 19th Century Cognacs that were recognized for their cocktail use, this is a blend of Grande Champagne Cognacs made to create top shelf cocktails.
Ferrand's recreation of traditional 19th Century Triple Sec is a combination of brandy, Ferrand Cognac, and bitter orange peels distilled three times to a high proof.