Cognac of Transcarpathia - vintage collections and ordinary cognacs

Cognac is considered to be the most noble alcoholic beverage. Produced from grapes of certain varieties by special technology, it enjoys constant popularity throughout the world.

A bit of history

Produce it started in France, since the winemaking here has been developed since time immemorial. But it took several centuries, while from ordinary grape wine with the advent of new technologies began to produce a wine distillate (cognac alcohol), which formed the basis of a new alcoholic beverage.

It was more fragrant and saturated than ordinary wine, but much stronger, and therefore it was diluted with water. And only after it was noticed that when stored in oak barrels it acquires excellent taste qualities and is usable undiluted, its wide production began. By the beginning of the XIX century winemakers of the French city of Cognac began to mass produce this drink, calling it in honor of his city cognac.

Today cognac takes a worthy place among the exquisite alcoholic beverages and is produced in many countries of the world.

In Ukraine, one of the regions that became famous for its cognacs is Transcarpathia. Here, at the Uzhgorod Cognac Plant, a Transcarpathian cognac is produced, which finds its admirers around the world.

Manufacturing technology

The factory, founded in 1977, specializes in the production of cognacs aged from 3 to 12 years. Spent technologies and environmentally friendly raw materials provide high quality of the drink.

Due to the fact that demand for products has been constantly growing, here in 1986 another shop for cognac spirits aging was launched. It is connected with the department, where, using a modern racking method, cold treated alcohols, which are kept in oak barrels, and the alcohol stores meet the highest standards available in this industry.

No wonder the process of making cognac is compared with art. The Transcarpathian cognac is a truly unique product, obtained as a result of the synthesis of human activity and nature, based on centuries-old traditions of winemaking.

Collection of Transcarpathian cognacs

Organoleptic features that distinguish this cognac, provided him with recognition not only among consumers, but also among specialists both in Ukraine and abroad.

• Cognac "Transcarpathian" has a deep mild taste, in which the floral aromas merge with the light tartness of the grapes.
• "Tisza" is the first-born of Transcarpathian cognacs. It differs honey-amber color with a touch of gold and conquers with a peculiar bouquet with distinctly pronounced vanilla-chocolate shades.
• "Carpathians" - cognac is very soft to the taste, the colors of a light-colored tea with a golden tinge. He has a well-developed tender delicate bouquet, in which chocolate-citron shades stand out.
• "Uzhgorod", which has an unusual color with an amber tint, has a very harmonious harmonious taste. In his complex bouquet, pleasant chocolate-floral notes are clearly discernible.

Branded cognacs

This category includes Transcarpathian cognac, whose price is significantly higher relative to other species and is in the range of 600-650 rubles, since it has an exposure of 6 years or more. These are cognacs like:

• "Tisza", belonging to the class KV. He has an exposure of 6 years.
• "Carpathians" is a brandy of premium quality (aged 8 years), which belongs to the KVVK class.
• "Uzhgorod", belonging to the class of COP. It is made of high-quality alcohols and is aged 12 years.

Ordinary cognacs

This category is represented by the Transcarpathian cognac, whose price starts from 300 rubles, and the exposure is 3-5 years.

• "Three stars", aged 3 years.
• "Transcarpathian", seasoned for 4 years.
• "Five stars", which has a five-year endurance.

Cognacs, marked with three stars, produce two types. This cognac is Transcarpathian "Beskydy", the aging period of which is not less than 3 years. It has a tea golden color and a harmonious bouquet with a light floral hue. And also cognac "3 stars", featuring a bright harmonious taste and a bouquet with a touch of vanilla.

Excellent for taste and bouquet is "Transcarpathian" cognac. It is made of cognac spirits with an aging of not less than 4 years, to which old aged alcohols are added. Cognac "Transcarpathian" 4 stars, the price of which starts from 200 rubles, deserves numerous diplomas and medals.

Five-star cognacs also have two types. This is an ordinary cognac "Nevitsky Castle", the color of which can be either light golden or light brown. It has a deep taste and a peculiar bouquet with light vanilla notes. The cost of it from 200 to 260 rubles. Another type is the traditional brandy of Transcarpathian "5 stars", the price of which on average is 250 rubles. It has an oily taste and a bouquet, in which the hues of vanilla are clearly felt.

How to drink cognac

You can appreciate all the merits, just by trying the Transcarpathian cognac. Reviews of fans of this unique drink speak of its impeccable quality, exquisite taste and unique aroma.

Pour this amber liquid on the bottom of a wide glass, warm in the palms of your hands and bring it to your lips. Inhale her magical fragrance, then slowly start to drink with small sips. Do you feel how it reveals its amazing taste?

To drink cognac correctly is a whole art, which everyone can master. Biting this amazing drink is best with hard cheese, which does not have a sharp and intense smell.