Francois Voyer XO
Cognac Age - XO, 10 - 25 years
Growth Area - Grande Champagne
ABV - 40%
Colour – Deep, rich mahogany fading to burnt orange at the rim.
Aroma – Savoury and mature, with subtle rancio-driven notes of aged cheese and barnyard complexity, layered over overripe apple and a touch of toasted oak.
Palate – Textural and concentrated, showing chewy, stewed fruit at the core, evolving into savoury, funky undertones before a gentle lift of toasted oak emerges.
Finish – Long and persistent, with lingering stewed fruit, nuanced blue cheese character, and a refined quince note carrying through the close.
About the Expression - François Voyer XO is a fully estate-grown Grande Champagne cognac that embodies the patience and precision of a true vigneron-distiller. Produced exclusively from the family’s vineyards and aged extensively in French oak, this XO highlights the power and finesse that long maturation in chalk-rich Grande Champagne can deliver. Time in barrel develops layered spice, dried fruit, and deep rancio notes, while careful cellar management preserves lift and aromatic clarity. The result is a structured yet elegant expression—complex, contemplative, and unmistakably rooted in terroir—showcasing François Voyer’s commitment to authenticity and craftsmanship.