Cognac

This ground-breaking book is the most up-to-date study of cognac,writtenby an internationally recognized expert and leading authority on the subject.It reveals the intruiging history of this fascinating spirit and the story behindthe world-famous town of its origin.Nicholas Faith explores every aspect ofcognac's increasing prominence in today's markets, unfolding the extraordinarystory of fraud and how it contributed in providing the foundation for the systemof control that now protects its manufacture and sale. Also featured in the bookare detailed profiles of cognac's key producers, a full account of the intricateproduction techniques used to make cognac, and a guide to drinking andenjoying the wide range of cognac makes and styles that are available aroundthe world.