Pineau des Charentes blanc
ReferenceCharentes / France (Cognac region)
ABV16-22%.
Tasting Notes
Golden apple, honey, Cognac warmth, vanilla, dried apricot, white flowers, light oak, grape must. Young Pineau tastes like fresh grape juice with fire behind it. Aged Pineau tastes like liquid rancio — hazelnut, dried fruit, and candied orange.
Brand Guide
Well
Reynac ($14-18)
Call
Château de Beaulon 5 Year ($20-28)
Premium
Pierre Ferrand ($25-35)
Top Shelf
François Voyer Très Vieux ($35-50)
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The Story
Cognac country's mistelle: fresh grape juice married to young brandy at harvest.