Cognac "Old Town": description, classification, production technology

In our country, almost all the adult population consumes alcohol in varying degrees. And if for some, alcoholic beverages are an integral part of entertainment, for others it is a new taste of quality drinks. How to choose and drink such a noble drink as cognac, how it is produced and what features, it is worth to learn more.

What is the peculiarity of cognac?

Cognac - a strong alcoholic beverage based on brandy alcohol, subject to a complex process of processing. For the production of cognac alcohol, grapes are used, which serves as the basis for the wine material. After a long and complex process of processing, cognac spirit is obtained from wine materials , the strength of which reaches 70%. But only further correct processing and proper aging make it possible to get a real noble drink with the name we are accustomed to.

Cognac is an aristocratic drink. It has a rich taste, a rich bouquet of aroma and unique couples. To fully experience the full range of sensations from using this noble drink, it is better to use it from special glasses - cognacs. A special form of glasses for cognac allows you to enjoy the aroma and only then taste the drink.

Cognac or brandy?

All the familiar term "cognac" denotes alcoholic products, which are produced in a limited territory - in the province of Cognac (France). Raw materials should be collected from vineyards there, because a special geographical location and humidity provide the aroma and richness of the grapes used to produce cognac.

Also, in order to wear the proud name of a noble drink, cognac must be subjected to a strictly specified processing and aging process. Therefore, to buy real cognac in the territory of our country is available only to very wealthy people.

All those drinks that we used to call "cognac", it's more correct to call brandy. It is also a strong alcoholic beverage based on the processing of wine materials, but its production does not have as many requirements as the production of cognac. Therefore, brandy can be produced by a simplified technology anywhere in the world.

Is there an alternative?

The connoisseurs of noble and high-quality drinks do not always have the opportunity to get or buy cognac produced in France or Italy.

Those who appreciate the taste and aroma, but do not want to overpay for import duties and transportation costs, it is worth paying attention to the Russian cognac "Old Town".

It is produced by Moscow wine and cognac factory "KiN", which has been on the market of alcoholic products for 75 years and today is the leader in the production of quality cognacs and wines.

To produce this drink, the latest technologies are used in combination with high-quality raw materials, while the classical production process, existing for centuries, is not violated. Leading specialists of this enterprise worked long hours to achieve a unique aroma, taste and aftertaste, which leaves cognac "Old Town".

Production technology

Cognac production is a complex technological process that not every enterprise can realize. Moscow wine and cognac factory "KiN" received the certificate of the international environmental fund, and also regularly confirms the certificates of compliance with the international quality standards on the ISO and GOST. This indicates that chemical and harmful additives are not used in the production of this enterprise, and the finished products undergo the strictest control. Quality, which the cognac "Old Town" can be proud of, is checked by four laboratories of the plant.

The technology of manufacturing and aging of a noble drink does not depart from the classical scheme that came to us from France. Only now modern equipment is used for this, which ensures that the process of distillation and distillation of cognac alcohol will not be overshadowed by extraneous impurities or microbes.

Therefore, we can say with certainty that the production of cognac "Old Town" corresponds to the highest quality standards, which means that the finished product will satisfy the needs of the most capricious connoisseur.

What are the stars talking about?

Choosing cognac for yourself or as a gift, it is worth knowing about the classification, which is accepted throughout the world, and we are more known as "stars".

The number of stars on the label of cognac or brandy speaks about how many years the drink is sustained. Also there is an alphabetic designation of cognac extract, which is easy to remember:

• Three to five years of exposure is indicated by the letters VS.
• If the drink is aged for 6-7 years, you will see the VSOP marking.
• Brandy or cognac of better quality, which was aged in oak barrels for 8-10 years, will be designated CW.
• Luxury drinks, which were aged for 10-15 years, are marked in Latin letters KC (CW).
• Collectible drinks, which are not easy to buy even for a lot of money, have in their assets more than 20 years of aging and a mark on the label XXO or Extra.

The most famous world producers of cognac are Hennesy and Camus. But the domestic cognac "Old Town" can yield to them unless at a price.

How to choose cognac?

Choosing such a noble drink, like brandy or cognac, it is better to be guided by the rule "less yes it is better". The purpose of using this strong alcoholic beverage is to enjoy the taste and aroma in a pleasant atmosphere, rather than absorb it in an immoderate amount.

Buy these drinks should be only in specialized stores, it guarantees the quality of the drink and protects against the purchase of counterfeit. To give preference to better known brands that have proven themselves in the market of certain alcoholic products, for example cognac "Old Town". The price of a domestic beverage will always be lower than that of foreign analogues (about 750 rubles per 0.5 liters), but do not forget that a quality product will never be too cheap.

Undoubtedly, the more cognac is seasoned, the richer and more rich its taste, but it is worth noting that the number of stars increases and the price of the drink.

For a gift to a friend or colleague, a drink that lasts no less than 6-7 years is best. Cognac "Old Town" 5-year old is more suitable for a formal dinner or family holiday. Collectible cognacs are an exclusive present for a special occasion.

The taste and aroma of a noble drink can be appreciated only by true lovers. The modern market offers a wide range of cognac and brandy for every taste. But do not forget that this is a strong alcoholic drink, excessive use of which can seriously damage your health. But in small quantities it will help to spend an unforgettable evening or a celebration.