Description About Camus XO Cognac Camus XO Cognac is a great way to expand your home bar. Produced in France by Camus and bottled at 80 (40% ABV) proof, this well-rounded Cognac is meant to be enjoyed by Spirits enthusiasts and novices alike. Camus XO Cognac doesn’t have any reviews yet. Let’s change that. Head out to the Review tab to leave your feedback. Grab your bottle of this delicious Cognac today! About Camus In the early 1800s, winegrower Jean Baptiste Camus began selling his harvests to larger cognac houses. In 1863, Camus gathered different cognac producers to found La Grande Marque cognac. When it took off, he bought out his partners and established his own cognac house. At some point, Camus Cognac even became the official cognac of the Tsar of Russia. Still entirely family-run, The Camus Cognac house and their Plessis family estate are located in the heart of the Borderies region – the smallest terroir in the Cognac region. Helmed by Jean Paul Camus who realized the potential of the Borderies cru before it became extremely sought-after, Camus Cognacs are adored for their rich, complex and velvety character. Explore all Camus bottles >> About Cognac Cognac is a type of brandy produced in the Cognac region of France.Because the French take it very seriously, there are numerous rules cognac makers have to follow not to fall “short” into the brandy category. The white wine from the specific grapes (Ugni blanc) has to be doubly distilled in a copper pot still before being aged for at least two years in oak casks from which the wood can only come from two specific forests in France (Limousin or Tronçais). Depending on the age, there are three types of cognac, the youngest V.S. (Very Special), V.S.O.P. (Very Superior Old Pale), and the X.O. (Extra Old) You’re welcome to check our fantastic cognac selection, find your favorite from the top 10 cognac/brandy list, or explore the Best cognacs under $100. Read More On the nose, Camus XO Cognac really impresses with notes of apricot, orange peel, and white flowers. The palate is inviting and offers flavors of cinnamon, butter, and candied fruit mingle, culminating in a long, gently spiced finish.
