Cognac from Vaudon
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Vaudon 1996
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Vaudon 1996
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Vaudon 1996 is a French cognac with its vintage character clearly at the centre. Distilled in 1996, it presents itself as a particular expression rather than a broad house-style bottling, with the year giving the bottle a clear sense of identity.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see the appeal here in the way strength and elegance meet. The 48% ABV gives the cognac presence, while the supplied tasting notes point toward ripe fruit, floral detail and spiced wood rather than simple sweetness or heaviness.
The character is shaped by cherries and plums, a touch of pine wood, rose petals and orange peel. It is a cognac for moments when you want something aromatic, structured and expressive, with enough length to keep unfolding after the first sip.
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Vaudon Extra Carafe Incl. Box
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Vaudon Extra Carafe is a French cognac with a distinctly mature voice. At 40 years of age, it sits in a style where time is central to the experience, bringing developed notes and a deeper sense of structure rather than simple sweetness.
Its 44% strength gives the cognac extra presence. The tasting profile points towards sweet spice, nuts, beeswax and ripe white fruit, with enough weight to carry the finish in a long, shaped way.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this Carafe is the kind of cognac we would introduce to someone looking for a slow, contemplative glass. It is mature, expressive and built around length rather than quick impact.
The aroma opens with sweet spice, especially cinnamon, woven together with nutty notes and a gentle beeswax (…)Vaudon Fine Rare Incl. Box
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Vaudon Fine Rare Incl. Box
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Vaudon Fine Rare is a French cognac with a refined, floral personality. At 43% alcohol, it has enough presence to carry its aromas clearly, while the overall impression remains delicate and smooth.
With an indicated age of 5 years, it shows a developed side without losing the lightness that defines its style. The emphasis is on elegance: floral notes, a silky mouthfeel and an aromatic finish rather than heavy or overly forceful flavours.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, Vaudon Fine Rare sits comfortably among cognacs for drinkers who appreciate finesse, softness and a fragrant profile with a graceful sense of restraint.
The aroma is floral and delicate, with clear notes of jasmine and ripe banana. It opens in a gentle, fragrant way, without feeling (…)Vaudon VS
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Vaudon VS
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Vaudon VS is a French cognac with a soft, fruit-led personality. Aged for 2 years, it keeps a lively and approachable style, built around dark berries, white fruit and a gentle touch of vanilla.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as a cognac for customers who appreciate smoothness without losing aromatic detail. Blackcurrant and blackberry bring depth, while apricot and pear add a lighter fruit note. The vanilla sits in the background, giving the whole impression a rounder feel.
Bottled at 40%, Vaudon VS stays classic in strength, yet its charm lies in its delicate opening and silky finish. It is a cognac with a full body, but presented in a gentle and polished way.
On the nose, Vaudon VS shows blackcurrant and blackberry, joined by vanilla (…)Vaudon VSOP Incl. Box
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Vaudon VSOP Incl. Box
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Vaudon VSOP is a French cognac aged for six years and bottled at 40%, with a profile that feels more delicate and fruit-led than forceful.
The charm here lies in its softer aromatic side. Honey, a lightly saline buttery note, ripe plums and figs give it an inviting opening, while the palate moves through candied fruit toward fresher impressions of white fruit and flowers.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as a VSOP for customers who enjoy cognac with polish and aromatic detail: gentle in its approach, but with enough ripe fruit character to keep the glass interesting.
The nose opens with honey and lightly saline buttery tones, followed by ripe fruit notes of plum and fig. It gives the cognac a soft, inviting aromatic start.
Vaudon XO Carafe
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Vaudon XO Carafe
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Expected: 08/11/2026Vaudon XO Carafe is a French cognac built around maturity, softness and aromatic detail. With an age statement of 20 years, it speaks more of patience and rounded development than youthful intensity.
Its appeal lies in the way freshness and richer fruit tones sit side by side. The XO indication feels well supported by the stated age, while the name Carafe gives the bottle a more composed, classic presence. At Drankenshop Broekmans, this is the kind of cognac we would introduce to someone looking for a smooth, fragrant style with a refined fruit-driven side.
Bottled at 40% alcohol, it keeps the emphasis on ease, roundness and a gentle drinking experience. A cognac to pour slowly and enjoy when the occasion calls for something polished rather than forceful.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the most frequently asked questions about cognac
What is cognac?
Cognac is a French brandy made from white grapes and may only come from the Cognac region in France. It is double-distilled and then aged in oak barrels.
What is armagnac?
Armagnac comes from the Armagnac region, also in south-western France. Armagnac production began in the 14th century, making it the oldest brandy in France.
Like Cognac, Armagnac is made from white grapes, but here different grape varieties are often used, such as Folle Blanche, Colombard and Baco Blanc. The main difference is in the distillation process: Armagnac is distilled in a continuous distillation column, resulting in a richer and more complex eau-de-vie with a higher alcohol content. After distillation, Armagnac matures in oak barrels. Armagnac is thus distilled once unlike cognac which is distilled twice at a lower temperature and has a higher alcohol content.
Armagnac has a more robust and powerful flavour profile than Cognac, with pronounced notes of dried fruits, plums, vanilla, and leather. Due to the single distillation, it retains more of the original grape flavours.
What is calvados?
Calvados originates from the region of Normandy in northern France. It has a long history dating back to the 16th century, and it is often considered a symbol of Norman culture.
Calvados is made from apples (and sometimes pears), unlike grapes for Cognac and Armagnac. The apples are pressed to make cider, which is then distilled. Distillation can take place once or twice, depending on the appellation. As with the other two drinks, the eau-de-vie then matures in oak barrels.
Calvados has a fresh and fruity character, with distinct apple and sometimes pear-like notes. After ageing, more complex flavours can develop, such as butterscotch, spices and nuts.
What is brandy?
Brandy is the general collective name for cognac, armagnac and calvados, among others. All three are French spirits, but the main differences are seen geographically and in the use of raw materials.
What is sherry?
Sherry is a fortified wine from southern Spain, more specifically around the city of Jerez de la Frontera in the region of Andalusia. The special feature of sherry is that wine alcohol is added during or after fermentation, increasing the alcohol content (usually around 15-20%) and also making the wine last longer.
There are different styles of sherry, each with its own character. Fino, for example, is light, dry and fresh (often with hints of almond and bread dough), while Oloroso is just richer, darker and nutty due to oxidative ageing. Amontillado is a bit in between: fresh under flor at first, then more complex through oxidation. On the sweet side, you have, for example, Pedro Ximénez (PX), an intensely sweet, syrupy sherry with flavours of sultanas and caramel.
Sherry is often underrated, but it is enormously versatile: from a fresh aperitif to a perfect companion with tapas, cheeses or even desserts. So it is not an "old people's drink", but just one of the most diverse and gourmet wine styles around.
What is Pineau Des Charentes?
Pineau des Charentes is a fortified wine from the Charente region in southwestern France, the same area known for its cognac production. It is not a wine in the traditional sense, but a mistelle-adrink made by mixing fresh grape juice with cognac. This combination stops fermentation, preserving the natural sweetness of the grape juice and giving the drink its distinctive sweet, rich and aromatic profile.
Pineau des Charentes is available in both white and red varieties. White Pineau is made from white grape varieties such as Ugni Blanc, Colombard and Folle Blanche, while the red variant derives its deep colour and fruity aromas from grapes such as Merlot and Cabernet Franc. It has a unique flavour that is not directly comparable to other drinks, but it does share characteristics with some well-known fortified wines:
- Port: Like port, Pineau is sweet and fortified, but Pineau tends to be lighter and fruitier.
- Sherry (Pedro Ximénez or Amontillado): White Pineau sometimes has the honeyed sweetness of PX sherry, but with a fresher touch.
- Madeira: Due to aging in oak, Pineau shares certain nutty and caramel-like notes with madeira.
- Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venise: For those who like sweet dessert wines with floral and fruity aromas, Pineau is an excellent alternative.
What do VS, VSOP and XO mean?
These are age indications for the youngest eau-de-vie in the blend. The older, the more complex and softer the flavour usually becomes.
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VS (Very Special): aged for a minimum of 2 years
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VSOP (Very Superior Old Pale): aged for a minimum of 4 years
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XO (Extra Old): aged for a minimum of 10 years (used to be 6 years)
These age designations are officially regulated by the appellation. This is not the case with rum, for example, in most cases.
What is the difference between cognac, brandy, armagnac and calvados?
Brandy is the general collective name for cognac, armagnac and calvados, among others. All three are French spirits, but the main differences are seen geographically and in the use of raw materials.
Cognac must come from the Cognac region and be made from specific grapes. Armagnac, in turn, comes from the Armagnac region in south-western France and is also made from grapes. Finally, Calvados comes from the Calvados region in Normandy and, unlike the other two, is made from apples and pears.
There are also differences in terms of distillation and maturation: Cognac uses double distillation in alambics, Armagnac a single continuous distillation, and Calvados can undergo both single and double distillation. Cognac and Calvados must be aged for a minimum of two years, while for Armagnac it is at least one year.
How do you drink cognac?
There are several ways to enjoy cognac. Traditionally, it is drunk at room temperature from a tulip-shaped glass such as a snifter. With an ice cube, the aromas become less heavy and even in cocktails, cognac is on the rise.
Does cognac get even better in the bottle?
No, like most spirits, cognac also matures solely in the barrel. Once the cognac is bottled, the ageing also stops. So an old bottle of cognac does not automatically improve with age.
How long can an opened bottle of cognac keep?
An opened bottle of cognac undergoes the same process as other spirits. Usually, you can keep an opened bottle for a very long time, up to several years. But cognac can also be subject to oxidation, a natural process that is started and intensified as soon as there is too much air/oxygen in the bottle in relation to the spirit. To avoid this, it is best to transfer the cognac into a smaller, airtight bottle or fill the bottle with marbles to reduce the proportion of air in the bottle. Never use glass decanters with glass stoppers, as these do not seal airtight and therefore do not prevent the oxidation process.
Which grapes are used for cognac?
The main grape variety is Ugni Blanc. This is by far the most commonly used grape variety for cognac, and produces a fresh, acidic wine that is ideal for distilling. In addition, cognac can also be made from the Folle Blanche and Colombard grape varieties.
Where can I buy cognac?
You can even buy cognac in supermarkets these days. But if you are looking for a good cognac, one that is tasty, qualitative and layered, then Drankenshop Broekmans is the place to be. In our range, you will find more than 200 different cognacs in all possible price categories, from a basic "everyday cognac" to the most exclusive eau-de-vie.
