Cognac

Rare Extra Old Cognac Borderies

This is a cerebral Cognac with a distinctive Borderies character: round, sweet, nutty and complex with an alcohol level that provides a balance between intensity and comfort. The spicy, dry, and tight finish adds a vivacity and brightness to this Cognac, equally suitable to please classicists and more modern palates.

Description

Terroir: Cru Borderies
Grape Variety: Ugni Blanc
Distillation: Without the Lees
Alcohol Degree: 43.2%
Maturation: Approximately 35 years in French oak casks of 350 litres.
Storage in humid cellar conditions.

Tasting Note

Colour:
Amber with copper reflections
Nose:
A complex mix of hazelnut, certain caramelised flavours, nutmeg, cinnamon and vanilla spices with a dash of orange citrus.
Palate:
Round and rich with a complex interplay of candied fruit and spices.
Finish:
A persistent and spice-loaded long finish.

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In creating a series of exclusive cognacs from their private collection, the Maze Churchill family wish to pay homage to the relation between the stages of cognac production and the creative process behind the art of cognac-making. It is these elements, always in harmony, which underlie the creation of the “Les Étapes de L’Esprit” series.

Just as in her paintings of vines, Jeanne Maze reveals to us the creative process of her art – from first idea to first sketch, from choice of colours to final masterpiece; so, “Les Étapes de L’Esprit” collection consists of limited edition cognacs to capture, release by release, five essential moments in the life cycle of the vine: bud-break, bloom, fruit set, veraison, harvest.

The series opens with Origine Number 1: the first cognac from the Maze Churchill private collection is a tribute to beginnings, conjuring up the image of an artist overwhelmed by the force and potential promise of their creative ideas. The series will continue with four bottles of great value, for a total of five visual representations to capture the idea of delicious anticipation leading up to an exceptional finale. Each cognac corresponds to a phase of the artistic process, and each bottle is paired with a piece of artwork custom-made by Jeanne Maze. For Origine, every bottle features a bud on its label created and designed by Jeanne: a small work of art to capture the fleeting moment when everything begins, the alpha, the birth and rebirth, the origin of everything.

Not a mass production then, but a collection to be discovered and anticipated – because rarities of this calibre are hidden away, only to be revealed at the right time.

In an age of uniformity, choose exclusivity, choose Maze Churchill cognac.

Collection

The Maze Churchill family has long-cherished a dream, a desire: to bottle cognacs capable of reflecting the traditions of their terroir. For this reason, the family has insisted on production techniques in line with our needs in an ever faster age: rediscovery of the slow, natural rhythms which give meaning to life – but which are only available to those who are prepared to wait and to become masters of their own time.

Rich, immersive, and smooth.
Deep amber and copper hues reflect sweet, spiced aromas that give way on the palate to a rich blend of flavours: hints of dates, figs, maple syrup, and wild honey. The finish brings out the spices, balancing perfectly the initial sweetness for a beautifully harmonious and satisfying experience.
Ideal for immersing yourself in a journey of the senses, for reflecting on the beauty and complexity of life. Excellent for celebrating with prized friends and the ideal gift to stand out from the crowd.

The Grapes

Origine N 1 is the treasure-like result of a meticulous distillation and aging process – a masterful blend, and a mature cognac that embodies the classic aromas of a fine Borderies assemblage. Crafted from eaux-de-vie with an average age of 35 years, Origine N 1 exudes elegance and sophistication. The Maze Churchill vineyard pconsists mainly of Ugni Blanc grapes; the family works with two specialist independent distilleries as well as with the famous barrel producer, Seguin Moreau, for the aging of the eaux-de-vie.

Borderies

The Maze Churchill family has been producing high quality eaux-de-vie since 1979 from Domaine de Monplaisir, its family estate in the Borderies region. At only 4’000 hectares or 5% of the Cognac region’s 90’000 hectares, the Borderies is the smallest of Cognac’s six appellations and increasingly sought after owing to its rarity. The distinct profile of the region’s geology and soil-base results in delicate, rounded cognacs with fine aromatics and a high level of refinement. Its mild maritime climate allows for a remarkably balanced ripening of the grapes.

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Labels

Origine Number 1: the first cognac from the Maze Churchill family collection pays homage to the scents and vivid colours of spring. Origine is as much a symbol of new vine shoots as the unveiling of an iconic family legacy; it stands for a one-of-a-kind offering in the world of cognac as we invite our drinkers to rediscover the authentic.