Pierre Ferrand Sélection Des Anges SDA Cognac

Description

This is a refined masterpiece of depth and elegance — a rare, long-matured expression from the heart of Cognac that delivers both richness and clarity. It offers an elevated tasting experience that stands out in the luxury spirits realm.

Origins & Craftsmanship

Sélection des Anges is crafted by Maison Ferrand, based in the prestigious Grande Champagne cru of the Cognac region in France. The eaux-de-vie selected for this bottling average around 30 years of maturation in French oak barrels, concentrating complexity and finesse.
The name itself—“Selection of Angels”—alludes to the famed part des anges (the angels’ share) that evaporates during ageing, leaving behind a smaller volume of intensified spirit.
House master blender Alexandre Gabriel upholds a tradition of blending meticulously sourced Grande Champagne eaux-de-vie, ensuring both site specificity and artisanal craft.

Critics Reviews

• Rated 95/100 by the Beverage Testing Institute, with reviewers calling it “most nearly perfect cognac.”

• Described as “an exceptional Grande Champagne cognac… dense, refined, offering concentrated flavour and a very long finish.”

• One tasting note: “Nose opens on jasmine tea, honeysuckle and walnut, followed by vanilla, chocolate and a hint of curry… candied fruit, saffron, ginger and cedarwood.”

Tasting Profile

• Nose: Deep mahogany hue in the glass, the aroma begins with jasmine tea and honeysuckle florals, transitioning to toasted walnut, vanilla bean, and dark chocolate. Underlying the floral and nutty layers are hints of saffron and gentle curry spice.

• Palate: Viscous and richly textured, it opens with candied apricot and dried fig, evolving into toffee-like caramel, cedarwood, and warm ginger and nutmeg spices. The oak influence is firm but well integrated.

• Finish: Exceptionally long, the finish lingers on toasted hazelnut, leather, cedar, licorice root, and a faint orange peel brightness. A refined dryness emerges as the sweetness recedes, leaving a calm will for further sips.