MARTELL VS COGNAC

Martell VS (“Very Special”) Cognac stands as the entry point to the renowned Maison Martell range, blending youthful vibrancy with over 300 years of cognac expertise. This expression is distinguished by Martell’s signature distillation using only clear wines free of lees, which creates a remarkably smooth, clean spirit that highlights fresh fruit aromas. On the nose, it presents an energetic bouquet of plum, apricot, crisp apple, and candied lemon, underlaid with hints of vanilla, caramel, mild oak, and a touch of marzipan. The palate is supple and lively, revealing layers of ripe fruit—pear, apple, green grape—with accents of vanilla fudge, honey, and mild spice, rounding out with notes of almond and subtle mocha coffee. Its finish is clean and slightly dry, offering nuanced spice and nutty complexity. The rich, clear gold spirit is aged for a minimum of two years in lightly toasted Tronçais oak barrels, encouraging mellow, fragrant flavors that showcase Martell’s dedication to balance. Highly versatile, Martell VS shines both as a refined sipper and as a foundation for classic cognac cocktails, celebrated for its smoothness, aromatic richness, and approachable yet authentic style.