#FreshOnTheShelf: South Africa joins Godet Cognac lovers

Cyril Godet, 15th generation of the family comments, “We are excited to have this opportunity to introduce our special blends to the South African market. In our family, we say that cognac is all about ‘enjoying life’ and I have no doubt that cognac lovers in South Africa will share this same philosophy with us.”

Based in La Rochelle France, the birthplace of Cognac, Godet is one of the very few Cognac makers to produce their blends using grapes from all six crus (cognac grape growing regions). These traditions are handed down through the generations of the Godet master blenders and the skills of ageing their eau de vie has been perfected for over 400 years.

Rowan Leibbrandt of Truman & Orange explains, “Godet is the last cognac house to still have its cellars in La Rochelle. Its close proximity to the sea allows the cognac - that sleeps in barrels in the Godet cellars - to borrow a very distinctive minerality from the exposure to the air, brought inland by the ocean. This signature Godet touch is often called ‘second terrior’ and enjoyed by cognac connoisseurs around the globe. We are very proud to be the company to bring these elegant, beautifully balanced cognacs closer to South African cognac enthusiasts."

Godet Cognacs can be purchased at key retailers and premium liquor stores nationwide. The range includes blends VS (750 ml, 40% Vol. Alc. RRP R450) and XO Terre (750 ml, 40% Vol. Alc. RRP R1,800). The special cognacs and eau de vie range includes Godet Gastronome Fine Champagne (750 ml 40% Vol. Alc. RRP R850), Godet Antarctica Icy White (500 ml bottle in a box, 43% Vol. Alc. RRP R500), God by Godet (350 ml 71.4% Vol. Alc. RRP R700/bottle) and Godet Extra (750 ml, 40% Vol. Alc.).