15 years ago, Camus launched Extra Elegance – an ambitious Cognac in a contemporary design which left a permanent mark on Cognac history. Today the esteemed Cognac house takes the Extra collection one step further with a new Dark and Intense expression.
Upon its launch in the year 2,000, Extra shattered traditional codes by presenting the Cognac in the purest of forms. From then on, the ultimate transparency of the clean-cut decanter design was all that was needed to pay due tribute to the exceptional blend it contained. Extra, brought into the limelight by the many prestigious awards bestowed upon it, reveals its dark side this year with Extra Dark & Intense.
To offer a rich and powerful aromatic experience, the house of Camus’ cellar master has developed an exclusive process for this Cognac, selecting the most appropriate eaux-de-vie, before decanting them from the 340-liter casks in which they had been ageing, so that the casks could be reopened in order to regenerate their full aromatic potential, by carefully toasting them over the naked flames at a controlled temperature.
“This delicate and meticulous operation is performed by hand, barrel by barrel, relying on the master Cooper’s expertise to determine the length of time and extent of toasting needed to obtain the best harmony between the cognac and the oak” says Camus cellar master Patrick Léger. :The casks are then refilled with the same cognac and the blend will slowly begin to intensify its spicy aromas. Only by tasting it daily, can we decide when the cognac has fully taken on its singular character and this finishing phase can end.”
Each cask of Extra “Dark & Intense” is identified by a special golden bung, recalling the bright flames which gave it new life. Expect a sturdy noise with a powerful hint of crème brûlée, gingerbread and roasted macadamia nut, followed by creamy, buttery notes, on the palate and a robust and lingering finish characterized by subtly spicy dark chocolate notes. Available duty free from US$480. http://camus.fr/fr/
