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The cognac region is characterised by the wide diversity of its land, called "champagnes", with chalky soils, plains of stony, reddish soil, green valleys and forests between the hillsides and the marshes. The relatively humid climate is strongly influenced by the proximity of the Atlantic. The region benefits from ideal sunshine for the production of top quality wines.
All this diversity can be found in the aromas and fragrance of Otard Cognacs, and contributes to their richness.
The growing areas
The grapes used in the production of cognac come from an AOC region which consists of 6 areas: Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne, Borderies, Fins Bois, Bons Bois, Bois Ordinaires. |
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The word "champagne" is an old term used to describe tracts of land. In Cognac, the Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne are areas, or growths, which produce the finest eaux-de-vie. A Fine Champagne cognac is composed exclusively of Grande and Petite Champagne, with a minimum of 50% of Grande Champagne. |
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