Journal des Kirsch Rémi Landier Lot 72/73 70cl (2024)

Journal des Kirsch Rémi Landier Lot 72/73 70cl (2024)

Dieser Cognac wurde 1972/1973 von Rémi Landier aus Ugni Blanc Trauben in Fins Bois (Cognac), Frankreich hergestellt.

Die zwei Jahrgänge 1972 und 1973 reiften jeweils einzeln in einem Eichenfass, bis sie 1986 vermählt wurden. In 2012 wurde das Fass in Dame Jeanne (Glasballons) umgefüllt, worin der Lot 72/73 bis dieses Jahr ruhte und durch die Oxidation einiges vom "Old Bottle Flavour" entwickeln konnte. 

Der Cognac reifte also für 25 Jahre in einem Eichenfass und wurde 2024 für Journal des Kirsch in Fassstärke mit 52.5% abgefüllt. Für die Destillation wurde eine Pot Still verwendet.

Sebastian Jäger von Kirsch Import und Wu Dram Clan schreibt zum Rémi Landier Lot 72/73 folgendes: "In 2023, I had the pleasure of embarking on a journey through the picturesque landscape from the town of Cognac to the charming village of Rouillac, located in the heart of the Fins Bois region. My destination was the renowned Rémi Landier distillery, led by Geraldine, a fifth-generation member of the family. Accompanied by  Alexandre Vingtier, known for his magazine "Rumporter," we explored the Rémi Landier cellar and discovered a unique Cognac from the 1970s.

The Legacy of Rémi Landier
The Rémi Landier estate inherits a rich history of exceptional knowledge passed down by the Benedictine monks of the Royal Abbey of Bassac. These monks established their "Chai des Pères" operation in Cors, which Rémy Landier acquired in the mid-20th century. The Landier family has been based in Cors since 1890 and draws strength from this special heritage. They preserve an almost-lost monastic tradition by continuing to use their emblem "PAX" and carrying on a history that began more than a thousand years ago on these Charentais lands.

In 1973, Rémi Landier and his son Jean-Yves founded the Rémi Landier Cognac brand. As winemakers, distillers, and cellar masters, they focused on offering elegant, delicate, and powerful Cognacs to connoisseurs, enthusiasts, and newcomers alike, highlighting the exceptional eaux-de-vie from their unique terroir.

Journal des Kirsch No. 8 comprises two Cognacs, one from 1972 and the other from 1973. These were aged separately until 1986 in 450-liter barrels made of Allier and Limousin oak. They were then blended and aged together in a dry cellar until 2012. In 2012, this exquisite Cognac was transferred into glass demijohns to imbue it with the unique "old-bottle flavor."

The grapes for this Cognac were harvested in the Fins Bois cru. The Cognac was bottled in 2024 at a natural cask strength of 52.5%, without any added color or sugar, staying true to our philosophy.

Tasting Notes
Nose: The aroma is reminiscent of Williams pear, roasted almonds, peach, and apricot, with a pronounced minerality similar to a mature Riesling TBA from a prime location. The bouquet is complemented by notes of fresh grape must, grape seeds, and a waxiness reminiscent of an oil candle.

Palate: A storm of intense tropical flavors immediately unfolds, with notes of freshly grated coconut, almond mousse, pear, and dried vanilla. Ripe mango and fresh grass join in, along with passion fruit and a praline-nougat taste akin to Swiss chocolates.

Finish: The finish is long-lasting and very tropical."