Vallein Tercinier Lot 72 1972 Petite Champagne Cognac

Vallein Tercinier Lot 72 1972 Petite Champagne Cognac is a rare single-cask, single-cru Cognac from Petite Champagne. Distilled in 1972 and bottled in 2022 from French oak Cask F253, this mature expression was released at natural cask strength of 51.3% ABV, with only 657 bottles produced. It is presented at natural colour and without chill filtration, showcasing the depth and complexity developed through approximately 50 years of maturation.

Food Pairing: Aged Comté, foie gras, roast duck, walnut tart, crème brûlée, candied-orange desserts, dark chocolate, roasted nuts, and mature hard cheeses.

Tasting Notes: Exceptionally mature and complex, balancing sweetness and freshness with cocoa, praline, honey, vanilla, candied citrus, liquorice, nuts and subtle smoky tones.

Nose: Old Port, cocoa, praline, amber and saffron, developing fine tannins and heather honey.

Palate: Soft, fresh and delicate, with bourbon vanilla, English cake, liquorice and candied orange.

Finish: Exceptionally long with light tobacco, currants, nuts and discreet smoky notes.