BACHE GABRIELSEN

After emigrating from Norway to France in pursuit of the woman who would eventually become his bride, Thomas Bache-Gabrielsen founded a distillery in the Cognac region of France in 1905. At the time, Thomas father was an executive at Holmestrands Samlag for Brdevinshandel, the largest alcohol producer in Norway, and Thomas brought with him the traditions and techniques inherited from his family lineage. Today, Maison Bache-Gabrielsen is one of the last remaining, family-run cognac houses in France (the distillery is run by Herv Bache-Gabrielsen, Thomas great-grandson).Srnit Extra is a Grande Champagne blended cognac crafted with traditional Ugni Blanc grapes, and a generous portion of the old and rare grape variety; Folle Blanche. This blend of eaux-de-vie contains 85 percent Ugni Blanc and 15 percent Folle Blanche, that are aged in Limousin casks, for approximately 30 years, some portions in the final blend, however, are as old as 50 years.The name Srnit was chosen by Bache Gabrielsen to reflect the peaceful mood that this unique cognac will introduce you to. The cognac starts with an elegant nose, a hint of mocha, and orange marmalade. Srnit has a round and velvety mouthfeel with a hint of coffee, vanilla and floral notes. The finish has quintessential, old, pure Grande Champagne notes; characteristically rich and long.Bache and Gabrielsens Cellar Master Jean-Philippe Bergier is the man behind this blend of serenity, said to combine the true essences of traditional cognac. This release from Bache-Gabrielsen has won several awards, including a double gold medal, and the Best Extra-aged cognac award in the 2016 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Pick up a bottle of this special cognac today!

After emigrating from Norway to France in pursuit of the woman who would eventually become his bride, Thomas Bache-Gabrielsen founded a distillery in the Cognac region of France in 1905. At the time, Thomas father was an executive at Holmestrands Samlag for Brndevinshandel, the largest alcohol producer in Norway, and Thomas brought with him the traditions and techniques inherited from his family lineage. Today, Maison Bache-Gabrielsen is one of the last remaining, family-run cognac houses in France (the distillery is run by Herv Bache-Gabrielsen, Thomas great-grandson).Bache Gabrielsen Cognac XO Natur and Eleganse is a blend of eaux de vie produced without the traditional permitted additives, with Ugni Blanc grapes from the Fin Bois (60 percent) Grande Champagne (25 percent) and Petite Champagne (28 percent) crus (cru is French term for growth zones) of France. These crus are highly-prized for their chalky, rich soil which are ideal for the production of grapes used to make the cognac. Once the grapes from these crus are harvested, they are pressed and the remaining grape juice is fermented in stainless steel fermentation tanks. The resultant eaux de vie is then distilled twice through a traditional, alambic Charentais still.Bache-Gabrielsens Pure and Rustic range of cognacs is a collaborative project with Cellar Master Jean-Philippe Bergier. Produced in a modern, light, fresh style, its richly fruited notes are deeply reminiscent of rustic life in Cognac. Both blue and white labels are used for the Pure and Rustic range. The white labels are of a very limited edition, with all the bottles being numbered. Such limited editions usually come from oak casks of rare cognacs that our Cellar Master, Jean-Philippe Bergier, has got his hands on through his many good contacts and long-standing working relationships (Bache Gabrielsen).Elegant and complex, Natur and Eleganse is aged in Limousin oak casks for over 10 years. With layers of mellow fruit flavors complemented by light floral notes and a hint of vanilla and a dry finish, this special cognac won a Silver Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2010.Pick up a bottle of this Fin Bois cognac today!