Malternative #40 'Ma Cerise' Reaux sur Trefle Lot 69 1969 Petite Champagne Cognac

Produced in Réaux sur Trèfle and selected by independent bottler Malternative Belgium, this single-cask release originates from the Petite Champagne growing region. Sourced from the 1969 harvest (designated as Lot 69), this ultra-aged cognac spent over five decades maturing in French oak barrels before being bottled at natural cask strength. The chalky soils of Petite Champagne impart remarkable elegance, structure, and intense fruit depth, highlighted by signature dark cherry notes, polished wood, soft baking spices, and well-developed rancio.

Food Pairing: Rich duck breast with cherry reduction, aged blue cheese such as Roquefort, dark chocolate ganache tarts, or enjoyed as a contemplative digestif alongside a fine cigar.

Tasting Notes: Deep mahogany amber with warm coppery highlights, displaying rich viscosity and slow, heavy legs along the glass.

Nose: Highly expressive and aromatic, opening with dark red cherry, candied plum, and dried fig, followed by polished oak, cigar box, subtle leather, and warm rancio.

Palate: Rich, full-bodied, and velvety on the palate, featuring sweet black cherry, honeyed stone fruit, and dark cocoa upfront before evolving into soft wood tannins, nutmeg, and warm cinnamon spice.

Finish: Long, warming, and remarkably elegant with lingering notes of dark cherry, refined oak spice, and subtle rancio.

Serve: Enjoy neat at room temperature in a tulip glass, letting it rest and breathe for a few minutes before tasting.