XO FINS BOIS ARTISANAL 40% – 70cl An old Fins Bois Cognac, aged in red oak barrels for at least 20 years. The blend includes eaux-de-vie that are over 40 years old. The result of blending old Famille eaux-de-vie, it is very fruity, marked by notes of spices, orange and violet. COLOR: Amber with luminous copper notes. NOSE: Elegant with notes of exotic fruits (passion fruit, mango) and floral notes (chrysanthemum, rose, violet). It evolves with notes of dried fruits (raisins, dates), apricot, blackberries and melon. A hint of smoke, sweet spices, honey and vanilla complete the picture. PALATE: It retains all its fruity character with very present spices (nutmeg, curry). A delicious licorice indicates its maturity, immediately complemented by vanilla, nuts and pipe tobacco resulting from slow aging. FINISH: Long and fresh, with notes of apricot, hazelnut and spices. CONSUMPTION METHOD: It is delicate, powerful and balanced: it can be enjoyed alone or on a bed of ice. FOOD AND COGNAC PAIRING: It goes perfectly with foie gras, pigeon, blue cheese or even a chocolate dessert.