I’ve probably had cognac once or twice before, but it didn’t make a strong impression previously. This’ll be a first to review. The nose reminds of fermented apple cider, grape skin, white wine, acetone. The palate is more satisfying with apple and pear at the front. Some Christmas spices round it out with clove, ginger, nutmeg, maybe a hint of vanilla. I don’t get the sense that this has added sugar, which I understand is common with cognac. It’s got a little sweetness, but doesn’t taste unnaturally so. The higher ABV of 51.3 is appreciated compared to most I see coming in at the minimum 40%. I obviously wouldn’t know where to rate this in comparison with other cognacs, but according to my enjoyment as primarily a whiskey drinker, I’d give it a 3.25.