Cognac quiz for dummy’s Cognacton english Posted on 7 October, 2016 by admin_cognacton7 October, 2016 1. Cognac is very often a blend. What is meant by that? The cognac is made of different vintages The cognac is made of cognacs of different brands All of these are true The cognac is made of cognacs of different vineyards The cognac is made of cognacs of different cru’s Click to see an explanation in a new tab 2. How old is cognac? Very old. The Romains already drank it. It is relatively new. Double distillation was discovered around 1750 and cognac originated after this discovery. First cognac was made around 1100-1200. It is not so old, maybe four hundred years Click to see an explanation in a new tab. 3. Which is the bigger cru (cognac district)? Borderies Grande champagne Petite champagne Click for an explanation in a new tab. 4. When or how does cognac get its amber colour? During the fermentation of the grapes During distillation During aging, from the wooden cask Click to see an explanation in a new tab 5. What does VSOP mean? Very special old pale Very superior old product Very superior old pale Very special old product Click for an explanation in a new tab. 6. Which answer is best: cognac comes from? Cognac France Charente Bourgogne Paris Click to see an explanation in a new tab 7. What is Martell? Martell means mallet and is derived from the French word marteau. The founder of a well-known cognac firm A cognac brand Click to see an explanation in a new tab Loading …
