gentleman loves wine

Party? "A thousand cups of wine are less than a thousand cups." farewell? "I advise you to have a glass of wine, and there is no old friend when you leave Yangguan in the west." depressed? "How to solve worries, only Du Kang". Chinese people seem to have a natural affinity with wine, and for managers, in addition to the above social functions, wine can also show great taste. Imagine: when you take a sip of wine and let the aroma dance elegantly on your tongue, how can you resist the satisfaction and happiness that luxury brings?

Cognac articles
Martell: the oldest cognac family in the world

In 1715, Jean Martell came to the town of Cognac, where he founded what would later become the world's largest cognac family. Martell Cognac Distillery, the oldest Cognac distillery. Over the centuries, stemming from a dedication to innovation and a steadfast pursuit of perfection, Martell has formed an original winemaking art, established a unique style, and created a highly prestigious Cognac family. Martell's latest award is the International Wine Organization Award for its "Creation" with the title of "Cognac of the Year".

Martell Cognac only selects the best Cognac from The "eaux-de-vie" of the producing areas - the Fringe, Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne and Eulin - is the raw material, and the best "eaux-de-vie" in the Fringe is especially loved by Martell. It is these trickles from the smallest, but at the same time the most precious and exclusive viticultural areas, that give Martell its unique style - round, full-bodied, with a hint of violet.

Distillation is essential to the quality of Cognac. Martell uses a unique double distillation process, which fully removes the succulents during the extraction, so that its products have a smoother, more refined and light "water of life".

Martell always chooses oak barrels handcrafted in the French Totai region in the selection of barrels for aging. It imparts a more refined and elegant aroma to the cognac than barrels made from the woods of the woods, which are used by most cognac producers. And its particularly fine texture, which delays the aging process, truly creates an elegant, soft Martell cognac.

Martell takes an average of 100 years to mature, and the production is very small, so it is particularly valuable. Today, the Martell family has Martell VSOP, Martell Baume & Mercier, Martell Cordon Bleu, Martell XO, Martell Silver, Martell Gold, L'Art De Martell and other members.

Rémy Martin: Cognac in the Heart, Cognac Center

Rémy Martin was founded in France in 1724 by Rémy Martin. For centuries, Remy Martin has held the belief of "giving the most precious and rarest cognacs to those who are equally extraordinary". From the initial selection of grapes, to the advanced double continuous distillation technology, to the special wine barrels, and the superb mixing technology, Remy Martin has maximized the potential of the Premium Champagne Cognac and has become the world's top high-end Cognac brand. Remy Martin chooses the Champagne region where grapes are grown. Due to the relationship between geology and environment, the grapes produced are of the highest quality, and it is also the easiest to brew the best cognac. And the unique double distillation method, and the process of distilling together with the lees in the distillation process, coupled with the special oak barrels of Lin Maoshan oak, the "water of life" has been baptized for decades or even hundreds of years, creating a human The velvety soft texture and rich wine aroma of the Tou-Marteau Champagne Cognac have a long aftertaste.

According to French government regulations, only 100% Grand Champagne is used Cognac made of grapes and at least 50% of the grapes from the Grande Champagne region can be called "Premier Champagne Cognac". At present, only 17% of the cognacs in the world can win this honor, and Remy Martin's EXTRA, XOE, CLUB, and VSOP are among them.

Now, for every three bottles of VSOP sold worldwide, one bottle comes from Remy Martin. As a star of the Remy Martin Cognac family, Remy Martin VSOP has been sought after by fashion consumers around the world as soon as it came out. It has a rich and delicate taste, light and fragrant, mixed with intoxicating aromas such as violets, apricots, peach, and licorice. Take a sip, like the fragrance of flowers blooming gently in your mouth. Its beauty lies not only in its own taste and quality, but also in its fickleness. Pairing with different drinking methods will bring you different surprises. The most common drinking method of VSOP is to add ice or water, and the drinking method with dried ginger water is also respected by fashionable people.

Hennessy XO (Hennessy XO): The source of XO, the foundation of XO

In people's minds, Hennessy is synonymous with top enjoyment. For more than 200 years, Hennessy brandy has gradually become the world's first brandy brand with its unique health concept and stable high quality. Hennessy has the world's most abundant "water of life" alcohol - a total of 250,000 barrels were stored in 40 cellars in the Cognac region. It also has the world's only master blender, who come from the same family that has lasted seven generations.

In 1870, the third generation of the Hennessy family, Maurice Hennessy Mr. brewed an intimate and rare wine, used at home for self-service, entertaining family and friends. He later named it XO, which means "Extra Old", and released it to the market in 1872, and the world's first bottle of XO came out.

The classic originals more than 100 years ago have not been changed or buried by the long years. On the contrary, Hennessy XO has undergone picking, juicing, fermentation, double distillation, and aging in Hennessy's almost harsh rigor of the brewing process, and in the ingenious blending of the master cellar master craftsman from the same family that has been passed down from generation to generation. Through a series of impeccable craftsmanship, such as transformation and blending, its original style can be perfectly preserved and sublimated. Today, XO has become a symbol, and Hennessy XO has become the quality reference standard of XO since its birth. With the vicissitudes of time and the vitality of time, it shows the world its unparalleled rich taste and subtle spirituality. It is precisely because of more than 200 years of rigorous processes and superb skills that the mellow taste of Hennessy XO will remain classic and unchanged.

As a glorious wine, Hennessy XO always deserves to appear at countless feasts. When the gongs are intertwined, it not only reflects the taste and dignity of the drinker, but also carries the strong friendship among friends, implying the tacit understanding of mutual appreciation among the guests.

Whisky
Glenmorangie: The "King" of Scotch Whisky Jay came first. Before that, Glenmorangie had been the No. 1 brand of malt whisky in Scotland for more than 20 years.

There are three main factors that determine the quality and taste of single malt whisky.

Water Quality. In 198_9, the Glenmorangie Distillery purchased Scotland's purest and most mineral-rich natural spring water, Tyrosh Springs, which gives Granger a smooth and rich taste.

Distiller and distillation process. Granger has the tallest still in Scotland. Only the lightest and purest steam can rise to the top of the still, where it is condensed, collected and alcoholized. Therefore, Glenmorangie's wines are second to none in terms of purity.

Aging Cask. The American Ozark White Oak used by Granger is an excellent tree species. The new casks will be used to store American bourbon, and after 4 to 5 years, they will be transported back to Scotland to store and age Glenmorangie Single Whiskey to reduce the spicy taste of the new casks. All the wooden barrels, Granger use only 2 times before discarding, to ensure the stability of wine quality and aroma.

Today, in connoisseur's cups around the world, Glenmorangie, a single malt whisky, exudes a mellow flavor that reflects our lifestyles.

Champagne articles
Moet & Chandon: perfect, generous and dynamic champagne

Today, every second, there is a bottle of Moet & Chandon somewhere for people to enjoy. This champagne, founded in the French Age of Enlightenment, is a blend of three types of champagne grapes from many producing regions. After a long time of aging, it develops a wide variety of tastes and has a long-lasting gorgeous aroma. Moët & Chandon Champagne can be adjusted in terms of material, consistency and concentration. Even if it is only a small sip, its full texture and different layers of aroma will be harmoniously and openly displayed.

The Imperial Collection is the flagship product of Moët & Chandon Champagne, with a total of six The core varieties are Moët & Chandon No Vintage and Moët Rosé Champagne. Moët & Chandon No Vintage Champagne is rich, fresh, evocative and full of imagination. Moët Rosé Champagne is fruity, warm, supple, and combined with red wine to give it a feminine softness and a coppery hue.

Dom Pérignon: The Champagne Monroe admired

"This is my favorite champagne", the late Hollywood star Marilyn Monroe once praised Dom Pérignon.

In the 17th century, the founder of Dom Pérignon Champagne, Pierre · With amazing intuition, Dom Pérignon was the first to foresee that luxury and luxury can create miracles, and determined to "make the best wine in the world". In his hands, the wine is endowed with noble soul and elegant temperament.

French Dom Pérignon Champagne is made from a blend of the finest Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes picked in a particular year and aged in the cellar for at least 6 years. At present, the Dom Pérignon champagne that can be bought in China mainly includes 98 Dom Pérignon Champagne and 95 Dom Pérignon Pink Champagne.

The Dom Pérignon '98 is extremely smooth, with a hint of citrus. Dom Pérignon Rosé Champagne 1995 has a balanced and elegant texture and a vanilla aroma that makes the taster's cheeks salivate, and the taste is really nostalgic.

Veuve Clicquot: The ultimate beauty, the ultimate quality

The bold statement "the ultimate beauty, the ultimate quality" came from a 27-year-old young woman, Madame Clicquot, who took over the Founded in 1772, Veuve Clicquot (Veuve Clicquot) winery.

Veuve Clicquot owns 17 of the top 17 vineyards in Champagne 18 of the 12, 39 Grand Cru vineyards. A high proportion of aged champagne guarantees the consistent style and excellent quality of Veuve Clicquot. At the Veuve Clicquot Champagne house, non-vintage champagne needs at least 30 months to age, while vintage champagne needs at least 5 years to age. Veuve Clicquot Champagne mainly uses expensive Pinot Noir grapes, and a high proportion of Pinot Noir grapes can give Champagne a rich layering and richness. Its rich and powerful structure, combined with the delicacy and freshness of the Chardonnay grapes, creates a special Veuve Clicquot style.

Its products include: Veuve Clicquot Ace Champagne, Veuve Clicquot Gold Champagne 1999, Veuve Clicquot Silver Champagne 1999, Veuve Clicquot Pink Champagne 1999, Veuve Clicquot Ladies 1996, Veuve Clicquot Pink Ladies 1995.

Krug: God's gift to a well-behaved angel

Krug is the most expensive champagne in the world. Founded in 1843, it is the only champagne of today's well-known brands that still insists on fermenting in small oak barrels. The rich roundness and rich aroma brewed in this special way have become the style of Cooke Champagne passed down from generation to generation.

Every bottle of Cook champagne must be in the cellar at least Waiting patiently for 6 years before it can be presented in front of everyone, with the passage of time, Cooke Champagne shows its rich and full taste, rich aroma and delicate and long aftertaste. Its products include: Cook Vintage Champagne, Cook Pink Champagne, Cook Vintage Champagne, Cook Romanee Diamond Champagne, Cook Collector Champagne.

Liquor articles
Shuijingfang: The "national color" and "tianxiang" in liquor

Time is the testimony of fine wine, and fine wine is the crystallization of time. With more than 600 years of spiritual wisdom and vivid fragrance, from the Morocco International Top Private Items Exhibition to the luxury brand list of the 21st century; from the brewing of "Shui Jingfang Collection" to winning the "Created in China" award, Shuijingfang With its excellent quality, elegant wine vessel design and noble image, the world can appreciate the mellow taste of "Chinese noble life".

Shuijingfang is crystal clear, clear and transparent, without the slightest impurities. The "national color" in liquor; the aroma in the mouth is full, and there is still a fragrance in the mouth after swallowing, which can be called the "tianxiang" in liquor; its taste is sweet, clean, refreshing and soft, as melodious as Jiangnan silk bamboo, and like erhu guzheng of elegance.

Water is the essence of wine, and the quality of wine depends on the character of water. Well water rich in a variety of beneficial minerals such as strontium, sodium, radon, calcium, selenium, germanium, etc., endows Shuijingfang with excellent connotation.

The earth is the foundation of all things. The cellar mud with long-lasting water retention and the cellar microbial flora that has been continuously derived, evolved and purified from the Phoenix Mountain in the west of Chengdu, and has been continuously derived, evolved and purified in six hundred years of continuous use, endow Shuijingfang with its unique style of elegant, sweet and elegant.

Man is the soul of wine. The winemaking craftsmanship formed on the basis of the condensed experience of dozens of generations endows Shuijingfang wine with a mysterious spiritual realm.

Through years of consistent quality innovation and brand building, Shuijingfang takes "traversing history and witnessing civilization" as the core brand concept, focusing on "cultural relics, culture, civilization", relying on China's more than 600 years of Taiga culture, advocating The Chinese traditional life concept of calmness, elegance and harmony, tailor-made high-quality and distinguished brand liquor for contemporary noble people, has become an inseparable element of "China's noble life".

ZOE ZHENG is Assistant Editor of World Manager Magazine.