Shay by Le Portier VSOP Cognac (75cl, 40%)

Shay by Le Portier VSOP Cognac is a VSOP Cognac created by Shannon Sharpe in honour of his grandmother, Mary Porter, with master blender Jay Bradley. It is a blend of eaux-de-vie from Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne and Fins Bois, made from Ugni Blanc grapes. The spirit is double distilled in traditional Charentais copper pot stills and aged in French oak barrels for at least four years. Each limited release has a different initial on its closure, and a collector who secures all nine releases of 25,000 bottles can spell out LE PORTIER. The nose brings a rich aroma of caramelised spiced apple with hints of chocolate and lingering butterscotch, followed by a silky mouthfeel with warming dried fruits and a hint of spice, and a sweet smokiness reminiscent of s'mores by the campfire.