While Hennessy might be a recognizable brand, many of us aren’t aware of the cognac’s nuances—or remain wary of cognac in general due to a lack of understanding. On a recent summer afternoon, the team at CH learned that Hennessy Black (which launched back in 2010) is more than a smooth and intense drink to sip neat—it’s also ideal for mixing (or even replacing your …
There’s immediate brand recognition when people hear the name Hennessy. For many generations, the brand has been associated with a refined sipping experience. Yet not everybody is aware that Hennessy is a cognac—and that cognac is a region-specific brandy that’s been twice-distilled from select grape varietals. Observing the brown spirit surge and an increased interest in thoughtful drinks, we delved in and learned about Hennessy’s …
It comes as no surprise that Tesseron Cognac—with its family lineage at the pinnacle of winemaking—is among the more graceful and interesting offerings in the world of brandy. Alfred Tesseron is the current director of the stunning estate in the heart of the eponymous region, along with one of the world’s most renowned and storied vineyards in Bordeaux, Château Pontet-Canet. History aside, what truly matters …
