Experiences

An “independent bottler,” what is that?

In December 2024, we had the honor of working with our Keypartner COGNAC-EXPERT from France on an article about the meaning of an "Independent bottler." Herewith the result: Independent bottlers…

Au revoir 2024, Bonjour 2025!

2024 - 2025 Ladies and gentlemen As we stand at the end of 2024, we feel grateful and proud of the milestones we have achieved together this year. It has been a transformative and innovative year for…

Cognac François Voyer, producer of finesse!

François Voyer's 28 hectares of vineyards are located in the Grande Champagne region, the Premier Cru of Cognac, known for producing eaux-de-vie with aromatic power and qualities suitable for…

Cognac Héritage René Rivière, heritage from the Borderies!

Since 1886, in a large typical Charentais house in rustic Saint Sulpice de Cognac, in the heart of the most intimate cru of the Cognac region, called "les Borderies," cognac has been passed down from…

Cognac, a general look at a complex spirit…

The history of cognac dates back to the 16th century and is closely intertwined with the rich cultural heritage of the Cognac region in southwestern France. The cognac region is located just below…

Malternative Belgium, the world is our audience.

What began as a dream of a passionate lover of fine spirits grew into a major project of young entrepreneur Pieter Knapen and wife Ysatis Thijs. In 2020, Malternative Belgium was reborn as an…

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