The 2021 Chardonnay was sourced from two organically farmed vineyards - the 46-year old
Aged in barrel (80% new) for 18 months
This non-vintage Pinot Noir blend draws primarily from the exceptional 1999 vintage
Batches are blended using a series of “pods
but it landed in his lap after he drew the shorter straw in a dual between growers
Park Cognac X.O Traditional Reserve France Radicante The 2021 Chardonnay was sourcedXO Cognac produced by Distillerie Tessendier in Jarnac, France 100% Ugni Blanc grown entirely in Grand Champagne Double distilled in Tessendiers Charentais copper pot stills Aged in new, medium toasted French oak for one year before being transferred to used casks for 2025 years Aromas of almond, orange, banana, and plum transition to a palate of dried apricot, caramel, cocoa, and apple before finishing with bold, spicy leather and hazelnut 40% ABV