Shustoff Brandy VS 3 years reviews
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Brandy Shustoff VS 3 years is a blend made from wine distillates aged for a minimum of 3 years, combined with distillates aged 4–6 years. The bouquet features subtle aging notes with a discreet violet aroma, while the finish is fruity. This unique blend has enabled an exclusive combination of intense aroma and the discreet taste characteristic of this brandy. It is recommended to be served neat as an aperitif or digestif, gently warming the glass in the hand to fully reveal the bouquet. The best companions for a fine cognac are aromatic coffee, cigars, and dark chocolate. Likewise, the taste of Shustoff Brandies pairs perfectly with dried fruits, nuts, and noble cheeses. Serving temperature: 18–20 ºC Brandy Shustoff VS 3 years is produced in Ukraine, in Odesa. What is Brandy? Brandy is a distillate most commonly obtained from grapes, but it can also be made from other fruits. It is usually consumed as a digestif, after a meal. The term Brandy has been in use since the 16th century and originates from the Dutch word "Brandewijn" , which translates to "burnt wine" and refers to the thermal production process (distillation). In fact, the term is general and encompasses all beverages obtained from fermented fruits that are subsequently distilled. What is the difference between Brandy and Cognac? Cognac is a type of brandy, since the term brandy can be used for any distillate made from fermented fruits. For a brandy to be considered Cognac, the distillate must be obtained from white grapes grown in the Cognac region of France. Brandy is produced in three steps: fermentation, distillation, and aging. Through fermentation of grapes (or other fruits), wine is obtained, which is then distilled to increase the alcohol content. Once the distillate is obtained, it is aged in wooden barrels for several years and only then bottled for consumption. How many types of Brandy exist? Many types of Brandy are produced worldwide, depending on local traditions and the type of fruit used. Brandies made from fruits other than grapes must clearly state this on the label. Usually, the aging period is specified on the label: VS (very special) , meaning aged for at least 2 years
VSOP (very superior old pale) , meaning aged for at least 4 years
XO (extra old) , meaning aged for at least 6 years, but usually over 10, even 20 years.
There is also the , which is very similar to the one described above, but uses stars and other abbreviations: "3 stars" or ✯✯✯ means aged for at least 2 years and is equivalent to the French V.S.
"4 stars" or ✯✯✯✯ means aged for at least 3 years
"5 stars" means the youngest distillate in the blend is at least 5 years old and is equivalent to the French V.S.O.P.
КВ /KV ("aged") corresponds to "XO" or "Napoléon", meaning the youngest distillate in the blend is at least 6 years old
КВВК /KVVK ("aged, superior quality") means blends over 8 years old and is used only for superior quality products
КС /KS ("old cognac"): means the youngest distillate in the blend is at least 10 years old
ОС /OS ("very old"): has no equivalent in the French system and refers to distillates aged over 20 years.
Famous types of Brandy: Cognac This type of Brandy is produced exclusively in France, in the Cognac region. It must be obtained through double distillation of wine made from white grapes and aged for at least 2 years. The name Cognac is a protected designation and can only be used for beverages produced in the Cognac region. The most well-known Cognac brands are Hennessy and Remy Martin. Divin It is a type of brandy produced exclusively in the Republic of Moldova. Its recipe is very similar to that of Cognac produced in France, namely double distillation of wine in copper stills followed by aging in oak barrels. The collection of Vinoteca Românești includes a wide range of from the most renowned wineries in the Republic of Moldova. Armagnac This is a French brandy made from a special grape variety and produced in the Armagnac region in southwestern France. This brandy is distilled only once and has a more intense taste compared to Cognac. Pisco This is a type of brandy produced in Chile and Peru. Chilean Pisco must be distilled multiple times and aged for at least 2 months before bottling. Peruvian Pisco is distilled only once and aged in non-wooden barrels for at least 3 months. Grappa This type of brandy is obtained from the grape pomace remaining after wine production. It is distilled only once and retains much of the grape flavor. Calvados It is a type of brandy produced in France, but in the Normandy region. It is most commonly used in various cocktails.
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