Rémy Martin VSOP Cognac

The somewhat strong alcoholic nose (though not quite Courvoisier strong) has orchard fruit, particularly apple juice, surrounded by baking spice; think hot apple cider. These flavors are fully accounted for on the palate as well, joined by juicy dark fruit, peach, and raisin. It finishes spicy and a bit dry. A delightful after-dinner drink for any season. This, along with the Sagittarian iconography, has earned Remy the esteemed position of my "house Cognac", with this bottle currently in rotation with the 1738.

To the nose it’s smooth, fruity, floral and hints of the barrel, possibly sherry. Taste is full to medium, velvet smooth with vanilla and sweet dried fruit. Finish is dry with a bit of spice and alcohol.

Vanilla and raisin. I got this bottle 5-6 years ago and went a long time before trying it again. I guess all the whisky and bourbon refined my palate as I am 4 years into my whisky career. This tastes radically different than my initial taste.