Prunier Cognac Borderies 1978 (70cl, 52.8%)

A Borderies Cognac from Maison Prunier, distilled in 1978 and bottled in October 2016 at its natural cask strength of 52.8% ABV. The outturn was 680 bottles of 0.7 litres, and the bottle comes with a wax seal and a wooden box. It matured in old oak casks of 350 litres. The bottling is part of Prunier's vintage range, with no chill filtration, colouring, sugar or wood extracts added. Floral impressions, dark dried fruit and a creamy character are noted. The nose combines floral notes and orange with rancio, fresh pepper and roasted nuts, plus cocoa and caramel. The palate is intense, with pronounced rancio, beeswax and sweet spice, alongside pale leather and spicy chestnut honey. The long finish closes with earthy and spicy notes.