Discover the unique aspects of the creation of Cognac on a guided walking tour of the Château Montifaud estate. Leave Jarnac Champagne and head out into the lush countryside to learn about the estate's methods of creating Cognac. Enjoy a tasting of Pineau and Cognac at the end of your tour to truly get a taste of this part of France.
First, learn about the importance of the terroir. Follow your guide through the chateau's estate, its lush vineyards and grounds, and hear how the land and terroir play a significant role in the making of Cognac.
Then, discover the stages of pressing, fermentation, distillation, and ageing before tickling your tastebuds with a tasting of both Cognac and Pineau. Leave the estate knowing more about a working estate, its vineyards, distillery, cellar, and bottling site — as well as understanding the flavors of Cognac and Pineau.