10 Best VSOP Cognac Brands February 2015

If you are looking for the top VSOP cognac brand, then you must have a taste for much older cognac with a superior blend. These special blends all incorporate some of the most delicious and exclusive grapes of Cognac, France. They are perfectly aged in special barrels and are packaged for your enjoyment. The good news for cognac fans is that there are options at all different price points on this list for you to try. Before you take the plunge and sample a new cognac brand, consult some of the top choices on this list for a smooth and bold taste. The companies below have been reviewed based on a wide range of qualitative and quantitative statistics. In some cases, variable listing fees effect position on this list; however only highly-regarded firms are accepted through our review analysis. Learn more about our ranking process here.

 Best VSOP Cognac Brand Logo: Majeste VSOP
#1 of 10 Top VSOP Cognac Brands

Majeste VSOP

Cognac, France

#1 of 10 Best VSOP Cognac Brands of 2015 - If you are the type of responsible adult-beverage consumer who is always on the lookout for a new beverage to try, then put Majeste VSOP Cognac on your hit list. This "very special old pale" cognac is new to most markets, and it is also positioned to be accessible to most refined-beverage consumers. Aged four years, Majeste VSOP will carry a young, fresh flavor that is aged "just enough". You will likely love it as an aperitif. Acquire a bottle of Majeste VSOP today!

 Leading VSOP Cognac Brand Logo: Remy Martin VSOP Premiur cru

#2 of 10 Leading VSOP Cognac Brands of 2015 - With its confident and velvety taste, Remy Martin VSOP Fine Champagne Cognac goes down smoothly. Here is the finest cognac available, highly prized for its harmonious blend of authoritative yet graceful aromas in addition to its unique taste. Remy Martin VSOP Premiur Cognac is made up of eaux-de-vie derived from exclusive vineyards in Cognac. The aging capacity of eaux-de-vie such as this allows for the development of our Fine Champagne Cognac. Upon first taste of Remy Martin VSOP you will note a dominant vanilla nose as a result of lengthier aging in French Limousin oak barrels. Next comes a nose of ripe apricot, baked apple and sophisticated floral. Ripe fruits and delicate notes of licorice give this cognac an elegant and complex taste. Its body is balanced with layers of ripe fruit. Enjoy the taste experience of Remy Martin VSOP that will finish with enjoyable mouth sensations and a smooth texture.

 Best VSOP Cognac Brand Logo: Hennessy Cognac VSOP Privilège

#3 of 10 Best VSOP Cognac Brands of 2015 - This well-structured blend harmoniously releases the aroma of vanilla, cinnamon and clove. The toasted scent of oak barrels arises revealing the maturity and natural balance of a superior Cognac. The smoothness and ripeness of fresh grapes prolongs the long-lasting finish and exposes the strength and vigor captured through years of maturity. Endless stretch of aromas creates an explosion of flavors. Delectable to the palate, Hennessy Cognac VSOP Privilege is a privilege indeed with its elegant dimensions and silky texture.

 Leading VSOP Cognac Brand Logo: Martell Cordon Bleu VSOP
#4 of 10 Leading VSOP Cognac Brands

Martell Cordon Bleu VSOP

Cognac, France

#4 of 10 Best VSOP Cognac Brands of 2015 - For sure, Martell Cordon Bleu VSOP has a beautiful-sounding name. Say the words on the label of this cognac's bottle, and you will find they lilt off the tongue. In fact, this cognac house's emphasis is "turning cognac into art." The house has spent 300 years doing exactly that. Martell Cordon Bleu VSOP blends eaux-de-vie that use grapes from both the Grande and Petit Champagne areas. This blending of such grapes gives this "very special old pale" cognac characters that set it apart from other VSOP cognacs. Try it responsibly soon, and see what makes Martell Cordon Bleu VSOP different.

 Best VSOP Cognac Brand Logo: Courvoisier Cognac VSOP
#5 of 10 Leading VSOP Cognac Brands

Courvoisier Cognac VSOP

Cognac, France

#5 of 10 Leading VSOP Cognac Brands of 2015 - Courvoisier Cognac VSOP is slightly drier than other cognacs because there isn't as much sugar used in the distillation process. This is something that has a spicy flavor. You can smell a hint of cinnamon as soon as you open the bottle. It has a golden color that is slightly darker than most. It's an ideal drink to consume after dinner or with a sweet snack later in the evening because of the spices that are included.

 Leading VSOP Cognac Brand Logo: Camus Ile de Re Fine Island

#6 of 10 Top VSOP Cognac Brands of 2015 - This island off the west coast of France has its own distinct climate. The grapes it produces have a naturally higher iodine content than those produced on the mainland, thus giving this cognac its distinctive marine notes. It is aged in an extremely damp cellar for greater roundness, using slightly toasted oak barrels to produce a very subtle, woody taste. The color is that, of straw, with golden hints. The nose features fresh broom aromas with subtle iodine notes, while the palate is dominated by hints of oak and dried fruit. This cognac pairs exceptionally well with fish or seafood.

 Leading VSOP Cognac Brand Logo: D'USSÉ Cognac VSOP
#7 of 10 Top VSOP Cognac Brands

D'USSÉ Cognac VSOP

Cognac, France

#7 of 10 Top VSOP Cognac Brands of 2015 - D'USSE VSOP cognac is naturally aged for at least four years in the cellars of Chateau de Cognac, a cognac house that has been blending some of the world's finest spirits for 200 hundred years. The result is a distinctively bold, yet remarkably full bodied blend that excites the palate. Its nose reveals the powerful aromas of woody, rich notes, layered with hints of flowers and cinnamon. It is smooth, yet retains its distinctiveness. Each taste brings forth hints of almond nuttiness and cinnamon spice. The finish is subtle, with slight accents of dried fruits and honey

 Top VSOP Cognac Brand Logo: ABK6 - VSOP Grand Cru
#8 of 10 Leading VSOP Cognac Brands

ABK6 - VSOP Grand Cru

Cognac, France

#8 of 10 Top VSOP Cognac Brands of 2015 - ABK6 VSOP Grand Cru is the handiwork of the Abecassis brothers, who own three different cognac houses that share a philosophy of producing cognacs of grapes grown all on the same patch of land. This "single estate" philosophy allows the brothers great quality control, along with the confidence to stand behind every bottle of cognac they produce. The ABK6 VSOP Grand Cru is beloved among aficionados of fine spirits. It has won many medals since its release, and it likely will win more. Pair ABK6 VSOP Grand Cru responsibly with a cigar or a piece of dark chocolate and enjoy!

 Leading VSOP Cognac Brand Logo: Comandon Cognac VSOP
#9 of 10 Leading VSOP Cognac Brands

Comandon Cognac VSOP

Cognac, France

#9 of 10 Top VSOP Cognac Brands of 2015 - Comandon Cognac VSOP is one that has been aged for about 10 years. It has a beautiful golden color with lighter shades at the top and bottom of the bottle. When you smell the drink, you will notice hints of vanilla, dried fruits and light hints of caramel. There is a strong balance of fruit and spice when you taste the drink, but it will taper off to a pleasant taste of the vanilla. This is a drink that is commonly used in classier cocktails.

 Top VSOP Cognac Brand Logo: Drouet et Fils VSOP
#10 of 10 Leading VSOP Cognac Brands

Drouet et Fils VSOP

Cognac, France

#10 of 10 Best VSOP Cognac Brands of 2015 - Many "very special old pale", or VSOP, cognacs use eaux-de-vie that have been aged "just long enough" to meet the standard of the VSOP label. On the other hand, the makers of Drouet et Fils VSOP are patient people. They use eaux-de-vie aged an average of ten years to blend this amazingly flavorful VSOP cognac. Known for its vanilla aromas and exceptional flavor, this cognac has won multiple awards from the most-esteemed spirits-judging organizations. Judge for yourself! Pick up a bottle of Drouet et Fils VSOP, and enjoy it responsibly before or after a fine dinner.

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