Domaines Hine Bonneuil 2010

Bonneuil 2010 is an unblended single estate cognac from a single harvest that provides the purest and most accurate expression of the Grande Champagne’s chalky terroir. Appellation Grande Champagne Contrôlée Limited Edition of 18 casks of 450 numbered bottles.

Our guiding philosophy is to remain as close as possible to the wine itself and to reveal the distinct character of the Premier Cru cognac soils from which the vines draw their identity. Billy Gibbons accompanied by his guitar and deep voice starts the first 34 seconds of ZZ Top’s La Grange.

Energy, pressure and concentration are the backdrop for this dialogue between vine peach, beeswax and white flowers. Developing warm aromas of freshly toasted bread, this eau-de-vie imposes its presence through lively citrus notes and fresh spices. Texas smoothens in Grande Champagne, leaving a bit if its flame.

The extraordinary calls for a little risk here and there. Try it frappé with oysters in the dozen, a plate of Pata Negra ham or slices of sashimi.