If you’re reading this, chances are you’re not a connaisseur, but I do applaud you for being adventurous! So here’s what you need to know: This is a harsh cognac. Very spicy and has a long-lasting taste. It does have subtle cherry and honey notes, but the long-lasting ‘harshness’ cannot be understated. I would definitely not describe this as ‘round’, ‘smooth’ or in any way ‘soft’. Not the kind of cognac you’d want to have again in one evening, unless you’re into the ugly-face-raspy-voice combo, in which case this cognac is for you.