Cognac: Liquid History, A

Description: Cognac is considered by many the finest distilled spirit in the world and over the last four years has re-invented its image in its international markets. Cognac evolved with an image of sin and seduction and this book unfolds, decade by decade, its history, secrets and untold stories. The book is split into two parts. The first part explores the rich history of cognac, while the second draws closely on Salvatore's unique tales of fine vintages and celebrations.


Contents: Introduction; Part One; A short tale of Cognac; 1 The peasant and the angel; 2 A dose of Dutch courage; 3 Greed, grapes and goals; 4 A golden age; 5 Cut-throat business; 6 A struggle with a bug; 7 Fraud and recovery; Part Two; 8 Back to the future; 9 A drop of winter warmth; 10 Laws, lies and loot; Glossary; Bibliography; Index