Camus Port Cask Finished Batch #2

Camus have been operating independently since 1863 upholding the same uncompromising philosophy of a family five generations strong. Camus are craftsmen of an extraordinary passion, engaged in a relentless quest for the utmost refinement. They embrace the strengths of traditions, while remaining at the forefront of science to always reach new levels of intensity in the aromas of our Cognacs.

The patented ‘INTENSITY’ distillation method allows them to select the most aromatic fractions of liquid out of the second distillation, rich in esters and responsible for intense fruity aromas.

The first Cognac with a Port Cask finish. The second batch of CAMUS PORT CASK FINISH is a limited edition Cognac finished in old tawny port barrels and bottled at a higher strength of 43.2 %, enhancing its extra fruity aromas.  As distinguishably as for the rest of the CAMUS range, the distillation of this Small Batch Cognac is carried out in small pot stills of 2,500 liters exclusively.

Maturation first takes place, according to CAMUS’ traditional style, in lightly toasted barrels, which allow a deeper interaction between the liquid and the wood, generating subtle oak notes into the aged Cognac and allowing a perfect balance of flavors to develop.

For this special finish, our master distiller has carefully selected some fine oak casks with a 220-liter capacity from the best producers in the Douro valley. The casks selected date back to the 80s and have only contained Tawny Port wine, resulting in a distinctive structure of the wood staves which adds opulent and complex layerings of flavors, colors and textures to the traditional CAMUS’ Cognac character.

Color: Bright red, with golden tints.

Nose: Notes of candied fruit and toasted almonds.

Palate: Sweet aromas of black cherry with spicy accents, with a long dark chocolate finish.