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    Cognac: The Seductive Saga of the World's Most Coveted Spirit
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    Cognac: The Seductive Saga of the World's Most Coveted Spirit

    Written by Kyle Jarrard

    Narrated by Paul Boehmer

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    Called the "brandy of the gods" by Victor Hugo, Cognac is a universal symbol of refinement and quality. In the first comprehensive history of this celebrated drink, Kyle Jarrard charts Cognac's birth in the 1500s and its transformation into the world's most coveted brandy. Along the way, he reveals how Cognac distillers weathered vineyard die-offs, the German occupation, and other challenges over the years—and offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at Hennessy, Remy-Martin, Courvoisier, Martell, and other legendary brands.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherDreamscape Media Audio
    Release dateMay 19, 2020
    ISBN9781662008665

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