Chateau Montifaud Pineau des Charentes Rouge Vieux 75cl 17% ABV

CHATEAU DE MONTIFAUD - The name Château de Montifaud is historically linked to the land where the distillery sits. A castle used to be located there, which is why the word “château” is permitted to be used, a rarity in Cognac. FAMILY RUN CHATEAU - Documents show that the Vallet family has been making cognac here since 1837, though the family believes production started even earlier. Sixth generation Laurent Vallet currently runs the business, taking over from his father Michel in 2010. BOTTLING INFORMATION - Pineau des Charentes is the result of stopping the grape juice fermentation within hours of the pressing by blending it with cognac that is at least one year old — a process that originally occurred by mistake in 1589 TASTING NOTES - This richly flavoured aperitif is made with a blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon grape juice, fortified with eau de vie and aged in French oak for up to five years. HOW TO ENJOY - The red Pineau de Charentes from Château Montifaud should be served chilled and is an excellent aperitif that is part of almost every good meal in southern France.