Cognac "Nakhimov": description and taste of the drink

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Cognac "Nakhimov" is considered to be a French drink, which has a fairly simple Russian name. It was created in honor of the 200th anniversary of the naval commander Admiral Pavel Stepanovich Nakhimov. The drink is produced by a company that is known all over the world, and not only in France.

Appearance and taste characteristics

Cognac "Nakhimov" is aged in oak barrels for about 10 years. The aroma of this drink is revealed gradually, reminiscent of the tone of a rancio, connoisseurs identify candied fruits, prunes, a little vanilla and dried apricots in it. Also, the smell of cognac is rich, velvety, rich in floral and fruity aromas, vanilla and candied orange. It needs to be savored as it has a bitter chocolate aftertaste.

You can drink cognac "Nakhimov Prestige" just like that, even without eating anything. It is desirable not to interrupt the pleasant taste, but if you add ice, it will add some piquancy to the drink, and so it will be a little refreshing.

Production

Cognac is produced in a cognac house underthe name Ferrand, in Russian "Ferran". He has been distilling for many years. Not only this cognac, but also all other alcoholic drinks of this house are produced in the center of the Grand Champagne region. Careful quality control is guaranteed in the production, which is why the cognac has a special and excellent taste.

Cooking cognac embodies all the traditions of cognac production. After all, it is double distillation, storage and aging in small oak barrels that makes the taste of cognac unique.

Marking cognac "Nakhimov"

Usually, the Russian cognac quality classification system is used for labeling. There are three kinds of categories:

• KV - 6 years old;
• KVVK - 8 years;
• KC - 10 years.

The highest quality spirits are used in the production of cognac "Nakhimov", they are made from grapes of such varieties as Ugni Blanc, Semillon and Colombard.

Description of cognac types

Let's consider in detail each cognac, namely, what it is made of, its taste and external characteristics:

1. “Cognac Aged” (KV). This type of drink is made from spirits that have been aged for at least 6 years. Cognac has a very bright and delicate aroma, diluted with floral, nutty, vanilla and creamy notes. When it is used, you can feel some burning, but the aftertaste has woody undertones, there is also a taste of dried fruits.
2. “Cognac Aged SupremeQuality" (KVVK). It uses spirits that have been stored for more than 8 years in barrels made of oak. In the aroma, you can distinguish notes of spices, plums and dried fruits. The taste is pronounced, fruity and woody notes are felt, and vanilla can be felt in the aftertaste.
3. “Cognac Old” (KS). It combines complex alcohols that have been stored for more than 10 years. The aroma is revealed gradually, but you can immediately distinguish a woody smell. When tasting, you will be able to clearly feel prunes, dried apricots and vanilla. Its taste is unusual, a little delicate, velvety, and in the aftertaste you can distinguish fruit notes that leave a pleasant feeling after consumption.

Reviews

Reviews about cognac "Nakhimov" are mostly positive. Consumers note the dense and unique taste of the drink. Its aroma is also distinguished, which smells like an expensive alcoholic drink. It can be easily distinguished from cheap cognacs.

Some write about it as a noble drink, feel the floral, fruity, sweet and delicate aroma. It is easy to drink, almost does not require any additional snacks. It needs to be savored, that's how it will fully open. When you hold the glass in your hands, from heating, the aroma changes slightly, but the woody smell remains noticeable, and you can feel peach and grapes in the aftertaste.

Consumers also note its price, it is not too high, about a thousand rubles per bottle.