About the product
Pierre Ferrand 10 Generations Year of the Rabbit Port Cask Finish is a limited-edition Grande Champagne cognac that combines traditional craftsmanship with a distinctive cask influence. Produced from Ugni Blanc grapes grown in the premier cru of Cognac and distilled on the lees in copper pot stills, it reflects both heritage and innovation.
Finished in port casks, this expression gains additional depth and a subtle red fruit character. On the palate, it reveals notes of dried berries, fig, and plum, complemented by honey, vanilla, and delicate floral undertones. Hints of spice, toasted oak, and light chocolate add complexity while maintaining balance.
The texture is smooth and elegant, leading to a long, refined finish with lingering fruit, gentle spice, and soft oak.
Sophisticated and expressive, this limited release offers a unique twist on classic Grande Champagne cognac, ideal for sipping and appreciating nuanced cask influence.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairings
Taste Notes
- Nose: Decadent and pastry-forward. It opens with baked apricot, almond, and vanilla bean, followed by sophisticated layers of orange blossom, rose, and a touch of nutmeg.
- Palate: Rich, round, and creamy. You will find white chocolate and honeyed pear leading the way, transitioning into a mid-palate of roasted chestnuts, cinnamon, and succulent figs.
- Finish: Exceptionally long and fresh. It leaves a lingering trail of plum, bergamot, and licorice, with a subtle hint of fresh tobacco and mint that keeps the sweetness in check.
Food Pairings
The "Year of the Rabbit" edition’s fruit-driven, jammy profile makes it a spectacular partner for both traditional holiday fare and modern desserts:
- The Savory Match: Roasted Duck with a Plum Glaze. The Port cask influence in the cognac is a direct mirror to the dark fruit flavors of the duck sauce.
- The Celebration Pairing: Glazed Pork Belly. The spirit’s 44% ABV and "baking spice" notes cut through the richness of the pork while complementing the sweet glaze.
- The Cheese Board: Aged Gouda or Blue Stilton. The saltiness of the cheese provides a brilliant counterpoint to the cognac’s honey and vanilla sweetness.
- The Dessert: Dark Chocolate Tart with Raspberries. The cocoa notes in the finish of the cognac harmonize with dark chocolate, while the berries pull out the Port-influenced fruit.
About the brand
Ferrand Cognac is the hallmark of innovation in the heart of the Cognac region. Led by the visionary Alexandre Gabriel, the house is famous for its "research and revival" approach, often digging through 19th-century archives to rediscover lost techniques. The 10 Générations line is a tribute to the Elie Ferrand family, ten generations of whom tended these vines. This specific "Year of the Rabbit" edition is a nod to Elie VIII, who was a frequent traveler to Portugal in the 1870s and one of the first to experiment with Port cask finishing—a practice that was revolutionary at the time.
