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A name from the past and that of an old family almost always linked to the history of Cognac, some of whose roots lie in Saintes.
Founded in 1878 by Auguste Edmond Audry in Cognac, Maison Audry produces Cognacs of incomparable quality, appreciated by connoisseurs the world over. With a heritage rich in know-how, the company has distinguished itself through its mastery of double Charentaise distillation and the meticulousness of its blends, building a reputation that today extends beyond borders.
In 1905, the second generation of the Audry family set up their own winery and laboratory to support the company's development. Henri, the founder's grandson, navigated the troubled waters of the interwar years and the second World War, during which the town of Cognac was in an occupied zone. When he died in 1955, the precious Réserve of eaux-de-vie were left to rest until his son Bernard relaunched the house in 1984, awakening a collection that had become an exceptional treasure in almost 30 years. Accompanied by his wife Michelle, Bernard Audry brings the aromatic complexity of the house's Cognacs to the finest tables of France and beyond. The precision of the blends and the quality of the Cognacs seduce the most demanding sommeliers, making... See more ...
A magnificent blend of eaux-de-vie from the Petite and Grande Champagne terroirs (equal parts, 50/50%), vines between 25 and 30 years old.
At the very beginning of aging, a brief passage in new barrels in Extra will bring out noble empyreumatic and vanilla notes. Then, the eau-de-vie transferred to old casks will continue its development in a humid cellar to favor its roundness and accentuate the rancios.
The first nose reveals subtle woody aromas that evolve with aeration towards vanilla scents. Floral and citrus notes then emerge, evoking orange peel and lemon zest. Roasted almonds, walnuts and nougat are added, leading the whole to a beautiful aromatic complexity, all in freshness.
The palate is rich and unctuous, caramel and honey intermingle. Lovely notes of black tea, gingerbread and old oak on the finish, conferring a fine length to this Cognac resolutely turned towards elegance.
