St-Rémy Signature, created by master blender Cécile, undergoes a double maturation process. It matures first in new oak casks and then in traditional casks. Bottled at 40% ABV.
There’s a lot of flavor in Signature but it’s not dramatic in complexity, nor is it really intended to be at this price level. I wouldn’t try to compare it to Cognac but put it up against American brandy, where the flavor profile is similar, and against which Signature acquits itself admirably.
Bold mocha, toffee and oak tones coat the palate, combining to suggest sweet, confectionary flavors such as vanilla cookie, pain au chocolat and Nutella. Hints of orange peel and violet freshen the exhale.
The grape element is more fresh and tart on the palate, mixing with notes of golden apple, rich macadamia nut, nutmeg, pinecone, subtle florals, and spicy sandalwood.
St-Rémy Signature is a highly approachable brandy that delivers some of the qualities people enjoy in some cognacs. Its balance of dried fruit, vanilla, gentle spice, and minerality makes it an easy sipper, offering a refined profile without feeling overly complex or intimidating.
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House Review
Nose:
Opens with a faint rubber note before giving way to dried apricot and dates. Compared with many Cognacs, the aroma is lighter in intensity, with notes of vanilla and caramel alongside a subtle mineral character.
Taste:
Dried fruit remains at the forefront, with notes of raisin, date, and a more floral dried apricot alongside vanilla. A subtle mineral quality persists, reminiscent of slate, while a light white pepper note adds a gentle touch of spice.
Finish:
A lingering white pepper note carries through the finish, leaving a gentle spice that invites another sip.
Overall:
St-Rémy Signature is a highly approachable brandy that delivers some of the qualities people enjoy in some cognacs. Its balance of dried fruit, vanilla, gentle spice, and minerality makes it an easy sipper, offering a refined profile without feeling overly complex or intimidating.
Score:
89
By Jessica Gleman
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