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Subject: Re: Whats the difference between Hennessy vs and Remy Martin vs?
From: Olerner
Posted: Sat Jan 23. 2010, 20:06 UTC
Followup to: "Whats the difference between Hennessy vs and Remy Martin vs?"  by ajri02  (Fri Jan 15. 2010, 07:31 UTC)
Remy Martin is offocially branded a FCC (Fine Champagne Cognac) which means it 
is made with very specific types of grapes at specific rates (I believe it is 
51% made from Grande Champagne grapes, and the rest from Petite Champagne 
grapes), whereas Hennessy is not.
This does not refer to a drinks' quality, much to many cognac houses' dismay, 
but to the details of its making. Very few people are capable of discovering 
the different nuances in eau de vie by its grape-type, I believe.

Also to be noted, Remy Martin does not have a VS level. They have a VS Grand 
Cru which is a relatively newer brand, but Im not sure it can be compared to 
Hennessy VS as they are not in the same category.

Frankly I would prefer neither, but of the choice, Hennessy would be mine.


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