Cognac, a unique spirit

Cognac is an outstanding wine spirit appreciated around the world and only produced in the Cognac region.

A GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATION

A perfect balance between regional heritage, expertise, and professionals who are passionate about what they do.

A protected origin

"CHARENTAISE" DOUBLE DISTILLATION

Cognac is distilled twice in order to preserve the fruity flavors and freshness of the wine.

Cognac professions

THE CHARENTE RIVER

The Charente river is at the heart of the Cognac region and opens out into the Atlantic Ocean.

Cognac landscapes and heritage

AN INTERNATIONAL AND COMMERCIAL SUCCESS

In 2018, over 204 million bottles were exported in nearly 160 countries.

Cognac markets

  • Double distillation

    A batch process is used for double distillation.

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  • Interview with chef Thierry Marx

    Meeting with Marie Picard, head barmaid at the Officine du Louvre, the Parisian bar that hosted the first edition of the 2020 Cognac Cocktail Cognac series.
    Discover this inspiring place where plant-based cocktails express an incredible aromatic intensity.

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  • A committed sector

    The Cognac appellation supports winegrowers in their sustainable viticultural initiatives and efforts to achieve Cognac & HEV (High Environmental Value) certification.

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News & Events

7 April 2020

Covid-19: the professionals of the Cognac wine-growing area, winegrowers, distillers and merchants, make a collective donation of 400,000 euros for hospitals in Charente and Charente-Maritime.

Posté dans Press
1 April 2020

Covid-19: the Cognac industry unites and mobilises for its region

Posté dans Communiqué, Press
23 March 2020

spiritsEUROPE Communication: our spirit of resistance

Posté dans Press