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Editor's Choice: Cognac

Cognac’s heritage centers on its eponymous spirit and medieval architecture. This selection includes the historic Maison Hennessy and Rémy Martin, alongside the Otard distillery housed within the 15th-century Royal Castle. Beyond viticulture, the 12th-century Église Saint-Léger showcases Romanesque and Gothic transitions, while the Musée des Arts du Cognac details the region's industrial evolution. The English-style Cognac Public Garden provides a central green space connecting these historic landmarks.

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Cognac Public Garden

Cognac Public Garden is located in of the heart of the town of Cognac in the departement of Charente, France.

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Otard Distillery

Otard, is a French cognac house founded in 1795 by Jean-Baptiste Antoine Otard.

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Les Visites Hennessy

Founded in 1765, this cognac house offers guided tours exploring distillation and maturation. The experience includes a boat crossing of the Charente River to visit the traditional aging cellars and the founder’s cellar.

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Rémy Martin

Established in 1724, this house specializes in Cognac Fine Champagne. Tours detail the production process from vineyard to bottle, featuring the historic cellars and the estate's heritage.

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Église Saint-Léger

A 12th-century former priory church featuring a Romanesque facade and a Gothic nave. It is the largest church in Cognac and is dedicated to Saint Leodegar of Autun.

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Musée des arts du cognac (MACO)

This museum documents the history, techniques, and packaging of cognac production. Exhibits cover the evolution of the industry, from viticulture and distillation to glassmaking and label design.