{"title":"Chateau de Beaulon","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"chateau-de-beaulon-xo-premier-12-year-750ml","title":"Chateau de Beaulon XO Premier 12 Year 750ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau de Beaulon XO Premier 12 Year 750ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a single-estate Fins Bois cognac aged 12 years and bottled at 40% ABV in a 750ml bottle. Winner of a Gold medal at the 2017 Vinalies Internationales, this expression distinguishes itself through an unusual grape blend of Colombard and Folle Blanche — eschewing the Ugni Blanc that dominates most cognac production — and two additional years of maturation beyond the XO category's legal 10-year minimum.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 40%  |  Origin: Fins Bois, Cognac, France  |  Age: 12 Years  |  Distillery: Chateau de Beaulon\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChateau de Beaulon sits on 90 hectares of limestone hillsides in the Charentes region, producing cognac exclusively from its own Fins Bois vineyards. The estate distills in four small copper pot stills, maintaining hands-on control over every stage from vine to bottle. Where nearly all cognac houses rely heavily on Ugni Blanc, the XO Premier is composed entirely of Colombard and Folle Blanche — two heritage varietals that tend to produce more aromatic, fruit-forward eaux-de-vie. After distillation, the spirit rests in oak for a full 12 years, surpassing the XO category's minimum aging requirement by two years and yielding deeper integration of wood and fruit character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm fruit bread and toasted almonds greet the nose first, followed by ripe peach and pineapple in syrup. Beneath those primary notes, gorse blossom and a hint of orange peel add aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is smooth, with butterscotch and vanilla coating the palate before richer notes of caramel and baked peach emerge at mid-palate. Cinnamon spice builds gradually, adding a racy edge to the fruit-driven sweetness. The overall impression is one of depth and richness without heaviness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is notably long, carrying orange and toasted almond alongside gentle warmth. Cinnamon and dried fruit linger as the oak tannins recede softly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Chateau de Beaulon XO\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeat in a tulip glass at room temperature is the primary serve, allowing the aromatic complexity of the Colombard and Folle Blanche blend to fully express itself. A few drops of water can open up the fruit bread and peach notes without diminishing the structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a \u003cstrong\u003eSidecar\u003c\/strong\u003e, the butterscotch richness stands up to Cointreau and lemon juice without being overshadowed. A \u003cstrong\u003eVieux Carré\u003c\/strong\u003e benefits from the XO Premier's cinnamon spice and orange peel, which complement the sweet vermouth and Bénédictine. For a simpler serve, a \u003cstrong\u003eCognac Old Fashioned\u003c\/strong\u003e lets the toasted almond and caramel notes shine against a backdrop of demerara sugar and Angostura bitters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter-dinner sipping alongside dark chocolate or pastry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a spirits enthusiast who appreciates single-estate French production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExploring heritage cognac grape varietals beyond standard Ugni Blanc expressions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding a cognac collection with well-aged, artisanal bottlings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Chateau de Beaulon XO taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It leads with butterscotch, vanilla, and caramel before developing into baked peach, toasted almond, and warming cinnamon spice. The profile is rich and fruit-forward with a notably long finish carrying orange and dried fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Chateau de Beaulon XO compare to larger-house XO cognacs?\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike major cognac houses that blend eaux-de-vie from multiple growers and regions, Chateau de Beaulon is a single-estate operation using only its own Fins Bois vineyards and an all-Colombard-and-Folle-Blanche blend. This results in a more fruit-driven, aromatic character compared to the Ugni Blanc-dominant profiles typical of most commercially available XO cognacs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Chateau de Beaulon XO good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely — 12 years of oak aging and the 40% ABV make it approachable and complex enough to drink without any dilution. The smooth texture and layered fruit-and-spice profile reward slow, contemplative sipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Chateau de Beaulon XO made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is produced at the Chateau de Beaulon estate on 90 hectares of limestone hillsides in the Charentes area of France, using eaux-de-vie exclusively from the Fins Bois growing region within the Cognac appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Chateau de Beaulon XO?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark chocolate truffles complement the butterscotch and cinnamon warmth. Tarte Tatin mirrors the baked fruit character. Aged Comté cheese echoes the toasted nut notes. Crème brûlée matches the vanilla and caramel. Roasted duck with an orange glaze bridges the spirit's citrus and spice elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Chateau de Beaulon XO come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard and most widely available size is the 750ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Chateau de Beaulon XO worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e It positions as a premium single-estate cognac that competes favorably with larger-house XO bottlings, offering genuine 12-year aging and a distinctive heritage grape blend that most producers in the category do not use, representing strong value within the XO tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Chateau de Beaulon XO?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe decision to use only Colombard and Folle Blanche — rather than the near-universal Ugni Blanc — is the defining choice here, producing eaux-de-vie with more inherent fruit intensity and floral lift. Backed by a Gold medal at the 2017 Vinalies Internationales and a 91-point average on CellarTracker, the quality has been recognized beyond the estate's own claims. At 12 years old, it exceeds the current XO minimum aging requirement, delivering the kind of oak integration and complexity that shorter-aged XO bottlings simply cannot match. For anyone seeking a cognac that reflects a specific terroir and grape identity rather than a blended house style, this Fins Bois expression makes a compelling case.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chateau de Beaulon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44837826232489,"sku":"11662","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/Chateau-de-Beaulon-XO-Premier-12__79292.jpg?v=1730496318"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/chateau-de-beaulon.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}