Empereur XO Cognac de Grande Champagne AOC - 50 cl - Astucciato - Daniel Bouju - Folonari

Folonari

Cognac · 50 cl · 40.0% vol · Notes of dried fruit, vanilla, spices

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Producer Folonari
Type Cognac
Aromatic profile Notes of dried fruit, vanilla, spices
Ingredients Ugni Blanc grape
Format 50 cl
Gradation 40.0%
Type of cask French oak barrels
Aging Minimum 10 years
Distillation method Double distillation in Charentais pot still
Number of distillations 2
Variety Ugni Blanc
Color Golden amber
Consumption At room temperature, neat or with ice
This Grande Champagne AOC Cognac, signed by Daniel Bouju for Folonari and presented in a 50 cl presentation box, displays great elegance without excess. On the nose it opens with notes of dried fruit and orange peel, followed by soft vanilla and delicate floral hints that suggest the terroir’s finesse; the oak is present but integrated, with touches of toast and sweet spices that enrich the aromatic profile without weighing it down. The result is a refined, well-balanced bouquet, suited to those seeking controlled complexity.

On the palate the sip is round and enveloping, with good structure and a soft tannic framework that supports the aromatic progression toward a pleasing persistence. Subtle sapidity and the return of fruity notes make the finish harmonious and satisfying. Best enjoyed neat in a tulip glass at room temperature, it also lends itself to small pairings: dark chocolate, hazelnut-based dry pastries, or aged cheeses for those seeking contrast.
Producer

Folonari

Producer

Discover the spirits, production style and story of Folonari.

Folonari is an Italian brand linked to Tenute Folonari that markets wines and a selection of spirits: cognacs from the Maison Daniel Bouju (Grande Champagne) and aged grappas produced by Tenute Folonari.
cognac from Grande Champagne aged grappa gin (selection/finishing)
Country Italy
Region Tuscany

Distillation

For the Daniel Bouju cognacs: distillation in a traditional discontinuous pot still (historic still of 16.5 hl) and subsequent maturation in oak barrels; for the Tenute Folonari grappas: discontinuous distillation using steam-heated copper stills.

Ageing

Maturation in wooden/oak barrels for the cognacs and ageing in various wooden casks (in some cases barrique) for the assorted grappas.

Raw materials

grape pomace for grappa wine/grape must for distillation (for the cognacs of Maison Daniel Bouju)

Representative products

Brut de Fut Cognac de Grande Champagne AOC - 70 cl - Daniel Bouju Carafe Synphonie Cognac de Grande Champagne AOC - 70 cl - Daniel Bouju Carafon Reserve VSOP Cognac de Grande Champagne AOC - 70 cl - Daniel Bouju Carafon XO Cognac de Grande Champagne AOC - 70 cl - Daniel Bouju Carafon XO n27 Cognac de Grande Champagne AOC - 70 cl - Daniel Bouju Empereur XO Cognac de Grande Champagne AOC - 50/70 cl - Daniel Bouju Extra Cognac de Grande Champagne AOC - Daniel Bouju Gin de Charente (Gin de Charente - Champagne Cask rested) - Daniel Bouju Grappa di Bolgheri (Tenuta Campo al Mare) Grappa di Brunello Riserva (Le Due Sorelle / Tenuta La Fuga)

Official Awards

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