combined with the roughly 30% contribution of older Grande and Petite Champagne spirits

The resulting eaux-de-vie mature for three to seven years in French oak casks

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delicate honeyed vanilla emerges alongside hints of citrus and subtle floral layers

a blending strategy almost unheard of at this tier

Meukow XO 1.75L pickup-only combined with the roughly 30%Meukow XO 1. 75L is a 40% ABV Cognac blending aged eaux de vie from four prestigious crus of the Cognac appellation in this generous magnum sized format. It earned a Gold Medal at The Cognac Masters 2013 competition judged by The Spirits Business, and has been recognized among the top ten XO Cognacs alongside bottles from the "Big Four" houses. Quick Facts: ABV: 40% Origin: Cognac, France XO (Extra Old) Distillery: AC Meukow and Company Production &