Tasting Notes
Elegant, supple and brilliant, the 1990 vintage is the fruit of a complex alchemy, a combination of a unique terroir, ancestral know-how and a passion for excellence. Fully signed Frapin by its voluptuous aromatic richness and its infinite length in the mouth, it is endowed with its own personality inherited from the climatic hazards of that year on the Chez Piet vineyard… Recollected, distilled on the lees and aged at the Domaine, the 1990 Vintage – 30 Years Old contains the sublime expression of our terroir located in the heart of the Grande Champagne.
Brilliant, orange-yellow, the dress flatters the eyes with a joyful brightness.
The nose is carried away by delicate and refined notes of candied orange and dried fig before being conquered by aromas of dried fruit. Finesse and elegance characterise this vintage.
It displays an elegance and a greediness all in balance. Notes of candied fruit such as orange flatter the palate, followed by a touch of liquorice and cinnamon. The journey continues slowly, generously, with fine notes of rancio and cigar box. - Distiller Note
Frapin is one of Cognac’s most historic and esteemed houses, with roots dating back to 1270 and a family lineage of winegrowers and distillers spanning over twenty generations. Based in Segonzac, at the heart of the Grande Champagne cru—the most prized of Cognac’s vineyard areas—the estate encompasses over 240 hectares of vines, all in a single contiguous block. This exclusive focus on Grande Champagne terroir gives Frapin’s eaux-de-vie their renowned finesse, complexity and remarkable ageing potential.
Viticulture is conducted sustainably, with close attention to soil vitality and fruit quality, ensuring the Ugni Blanc grapes yield fresh, aromatic base wines. Distillation is carried out on the lees in traditional copper pot stills, lending body and depth to the spirit. Ageing takes place in Frapin’s extensive cellars, using a combination of dry and humid conditions to balance intensity with roundness.
The house style is elegant and expressive, favouring finesse, floral lift and length over sheer power. From vibrant VS and VSOP expressions to profound, long-aged Hors d’Âge and vintage bottlings, Frapin Cognac reflects both the family’s deep heritage and the singular character of Grande Champagne.
| Product Type | Spirits Brandy/Pisco/Grappa/Eau de Vie |
| Volume | 700ml |
| Country | France |
| Region | Cognac |