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 VinesInfo467.htm
Pineau des Charentes is a local fortified wine (vin de liqueur) made in the Cognac region by preventing fermentation by adding Cognac to unfermented grape must.
Pineau Blanc is made from Ugni Blanc, Folle Blanche, Colombard, Semillon, Sauvignon and Montils grapes, while the fruitier Pineau Rosé is made from Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.
Pineau des Charentes must be aged for at least one year in oak barrels it may only be put on sale once it has been approved by a tasting committee appointed by the INAO.
http://www.vines.org/Docs/Text/VinesInfo467.htm   (426 words)

  
 Lycos - Offers for search reynac pineau des charentes - Compare Cheap Prices and Buy
Reynac Pineau des Charentes is a blend of young, fresh wine grapes and Cognac brandy.
Pineau des Charentes is the result of stopping the fermentation of the grape juice by adding Cognac which must be at least one year old.
Cognac is blended with the new grape juice within hours of grapes pressing to produce Pineau des Charentes.
http://shopping.lycos.co.uk/search/reynac_pineau_des_charentes.html   (373 words)

  
 The Cognac Connection
PINEAU DES CHARENTES is a blend made out of 75% fresh grape juice (not wine) and 25% Cognac..
PINEAU is being produced in October when the grapes are harvested.
Pineau) put by accident grape juice into a barrel which already had Cognac in it.
http://www.erlangen.com/cgi-bin/n_dbshow/&File=/cognac/db_sei_e.htm&redak=(recno()=235)&html=1   (126 words)

  
 Cognac & Company : Pineau des Charentes
Served chilled, Pineau des Charentes is delightful as an apéritif (an appealing alternative to sherry or wine), and it is often served with melon, with cheese, as a dessert wine, or with local delicacies such as foie gras.
Pineau is a blend of fresh grape juice and cognac originating from the same vineyard.
Most of the producers of cognac also produce Pineau and there is certainly as much variation in their styles as there is amongst the cognacs themselves.
http://www.cognac-co.com/Store.aspx?cat=19   (230 words)

  
 Pineau des Charentes
Pineau from the Charentes white wine 75 cl
Pineau from the Charentes rose wine 50 cl
Pineau from the Charentes rose wine 75 cl
http://www.paniers.com/gb/epicerie-fine.php?cod_univers=U07&id_famille=050APER&id_ssfamille=0502PIN   (55 words)

  
 eG Forums -> Chanterelle Lunch
"Pineau des charentes is made of a mixture of grape juice from the Charentes region or "must" and cognac.
Like cognac, pineau des charentes ages for several years in barrels made of Limousin oak, where it takes on an amber colour while the mixture of cognac and grape juice become more "intimate".
Pineau Des Charentes is not only the fruit of the vine, but the fruit of chance.
http://forums.egullet.org/index.php?showtopic=7288   (1335 words)

  
 PINEAU
Pineau marries the natural harmony of cognac and fresh grape juice.
Only the extracts of unfermented grapes richest in sugar and fruit are used.
The taste is of hazel nuts with a hint of Madeira, the colour is old gold, it is equally delightful as an aperitif or with a dessert.
http://www.begey.com/gb/pineau.htm   (393 words)

  
 Pineau des Charentes from FrenchEntrée.com
Pineau des Charentes is appreciated as an aperitif, cocktail (for example, pineau and schwepps (tonic water)) and is used in gastronomy throughout the meal with the finest foods.
Pineau des Charentes was not made by trial and error, utilising various grape forms to produce a magnificent wine.
To be able to call the produce Pineau des Charentes, the cognac eau de vie and grape juice must come from the same property, and aged in oak casks for a minimum period of 18 months.
http://www.frenchentree.com/france-charente-restaurants-shops/DisplayArticle.asp?ID=6161   (751 words)

  
 Pineau des Charentes Marnier
The Pineau des Charentes should be served very chilled, as an apéritif, in cocktails or to accompany foie gras, melon, fresh cheese and fruit salad.
The existence of Pineau des Charentes can be traced back to the 16th century, when Charentais wine-makers discovered that, by adding a little cognac to their freshly pressed grapes, they obtained a unique and delicious drink which improved with age.
It rapidly gained recognition outside of the Charente region and in 1935 Pineau des Charentes became an Appellation d'Origine Controllée.
http://www.grand-marnier.com/gmv2/us/products/prod-12-pineau.htm   (207 words)

  
 cognac
chteau de beaulon (english, french) single estate producer of cognac and pineau des charentes combining tradition, prestige and excellence.
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http://www.anuket.it/vinobicchieri/50jognac-57.htm   (1235 words)

  
 Fruity Wines
Pineau Des Charentes White - At some time toward the end of the 16th century, a worker in one of the cellars in the Cognac region of France made the mistake of putting some newly...
Pineau Des Charentes White & Red - At some time toward the end of the 16th Century, a worker in one of the cellars in the Cognac region of France made the mistake of putting some newly...
Pineau Des Charentes Rose - At some time toward the end of the 16th Century, a worker in one of the cellars in the Cognac region of France made the mistake of putting some newly...
http://www.giftideasforyou.com/wine/index-fruity.html   (3517 words)

  
 Brisson Joan : Cognac - Pineau des Charentes - Vins de pays - Chantecler (spiritueux champagnisé)
Our Pineaux des Charentes are produced from Ugni-Blanc and Colombard grapes for the Pineau Blanc and Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon grapes for the Pineau rosé.
Over more than four centuries, Pineau des Charentes has made a name for itself and is now a well respected aperitif and desert wine.
A clumsy wine producer accidentally added grape must to a barrel of eau-de-vie de Cognac.
http://www.cognac-brisson.com/anglais/decouverte/pineau.htm   (399 words)

  
 Gautier Panatela Pineau des Charente - Imported Spirits from Boisset America
As legend has it, Pineau des Charentes is a result of wine maker's mistake in the town of Burie in 1589.
PDC is the result of stopping the fermentation of the grape juice by adding Cognac, which must be at least one year old.
A few years later, when the grape harvest was particularly abundant, he suddenly needed his forgotten cask.
http://www.boissetamerica.com/products/ProductDetails.aspx?PrdId=95   (202 words)

  
 Charente-Developpement - Departmental Development Agency
Pineau de Charentes is obtained by mixing white or red grape juice with Cognac eau de vie.
Appreciated chilled as an aperitif, Pineau Des Charentes is much appreciated in gastronomy throughout a meal with the finest of foods.
The National Pineau Des Charentes Committee, created in 1949, was created to defend the common interests of producers and merchants in terms of:
http://www.charente-developpement.com/uk/economie/cognac/cognac_11_pineau_charentes.html   (252 words)

  
 Kim Marshall's Convivial: Mouclade
Pineau des Charentes, a sweet wine fortified with Cognac, can be found in specialty wine shops for about $30.
Mouclaude is a wonderful French dish of baby mussels steamed in Pineau des Charentes and laced with a creamy saffron-curry sauce.
Combine the pineau, a cup of water, onion, garlic, saffron & herbs in a medium pot over medium-high heat.
http://www.convivial.org/articles/001142.shtml   (496 words)

  
 A toast to your appetite
Pineau is a typically French potion, with brandy being added to fresh grape juice before fermentation of the juice has begun.
Pineau des Charentes is produced by a handful of manufacturers in the two Charentes, which are districts of the Cognac region of France.
From left, Domecq La Ina dry sherry; Pineau des Charentes, which is made from whitewine fortified with Cognac; sweet-dry Dubonnet; and vibrant red Campari from Italy.
http://www.rgj.com/news/stories/html/2004/08/03/77156.php   (1058 words)

  
 Brillet Pineau des Charentes Blanc Prestige
Delicate, dry and fruity, Brillet Pineau’s Blanc Prestige is a blend of grape juice from Brillet’s wholly-owned vineyards and fine Brillet Cognac.
This is the original Pineau des Charentes, a blend of just fermenting grape juice and Cognac.
One of France’s most unique apéritifs, Pineau des Charentes is delightful and meant to be served well-chilled.
http://www.martinsinkoffwines.com/pineau.html   (149 words)

  
 De Bierschuur : Gifts - Spirits
Because it's made with cognac instead of a neutral alcoholic spirit it's not classified as a vin doux naturel but rather as a vin de liqueur Pineau des Charentes is similar to the ratafia from the Champagne region and the floc de Gascogne from the armagnac region, although it is better known than either.
Pineau des Charentes "Galet" White 50 cl - Bottle 50 cl
Pineau des Charentes can be found in white, rosé, and red versions.
http://www.debierschuur.be/catalog/products/geschenken/17/en   (1074 words)

  
 Wines of France - Appellations resultat
Pineau des Charentes is closely tied to the region in which it is produced, Cognac, as it is crafted from a blend of fresh grape juice and cognac that has been aged to varying degrees.
If so, Pineau de Charantes wines can be aged up to ten years.
Created from Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, or Merlot for the rosés and Ugni Blanc, Colombard and Sémillon for the whites, Pineau des Charentes should be enjoyed chilled and offers an ample array of fruity and floral aromas.
http://www.frenchwinesfood.com/BouteilleBouche/AppellationsDetail.aspx?a=Appellation_PineauRouge   (157 words)

  
 Cognac Menuet - Degustation
PINEAU DES CHARENTES ROSE comes from the "red" vine types, such as Cabernet and Merlot, exclusively elaborated with grapes from our vineyard according to the traditional method used in our family since 1850.
White Pineau Des Charentes MENUET is appreciated in many occasions as an aperitif, with desserts and after meal.
But also thanks to the process of ageing in oak barrels, the Pineau Rosé offers the taste of crystallized fruits.
http://cognac-menuet.com/degustation.htm   (880 words)

  
 Brisson Joan : Cognac, Pineau des Charentes - Nos Cépages
It is renowned for its nutty and strong flavour, which makes it ideal for producing Pineau des Charentes.
In the Charentes the Ugni Blanc wines are very acidic, with a limited aroma, which suits our purpose perfectly, as strongly-flavoured wines produce overpowering eau-de-vie which becomes imbalanced with ageing.
The aroma of its wine evoke roasted red fruits, spices and sometimes even plums when the grapes are very mature.
http://www.cognac-brisson.com/anglais/decouverte/cepages.htm   (688 words)

  
 Recipes with Pineau des Charentes
Put the scallops in a cassolette; deglaze the frying pan using one decilitre pineau; add the grapes and the juice from maceration.
Place them in a large stewpan, over a brisk heat, with the pineau, onion and shallots finely chopped, butter, and pepper.
Add onions and chopped shallots, cook very briefly, wet with cognac, pineau, and the stock.
http://www.abrege.com/cognac/eng/recettes.htm   (173 words)

  
 Cognac Louis Bouron Products in English
Pineau Blanc Louis Bouron: matured in oak barrels, with a subtle taste.
Très Vieux Pineau Louis Bouron: matured several years in oak barrels, "elegant with a particular perfume and with an unforgetable taste.
Pineau Rosé Louis Bouron: perfumed, strong with a very pleasant taste.
http://le-cognac.com/louisbouron/louisbouronproducts.htm   (290 words)

  
 Bernezac.com - Bordeaux wines, the vineyard of Bordeaux and the vineyard of Charentes, printable version
Both Charentais departments, the Charente and Charente-Maritime produce wines intended as a basis for the production of cognac and pineau des Charentes, but they also produce a vast range of local wines, Vins de Pays and vine wines called "Vins de cépages".
You learn much more about terrains, vines, wine making and vintages during conversations with wine producers, a glass in hand, in the cellars or tasting rooms.
A large number of these Chateaux are open for wine tasting and purchasing on the spot, others can be visited by appointment only and some are not open to the public at all.
http://www.bernezac.com/vignobles_uk_print.htm   (335 words)

  
 BERKMANN WINE CELLARS
The cousin of cognac, Pineau is one of the great undiscovered gems of the French wine and spirit industry.
Rigour, Strictness, the constant Search for Perfection and a Know-How lovingly passed from one generation to another have led to the incontestable renown for exceptional quality attributed to Château de Beaulon Pineaux.
Produced for 400 years in the Deux-Charentes, it is a mixture of young Cognac Eau-De-Vie and unfermented grape must and it is the most ravishingly delicious nectar-like drink you can find.
http://www.berkmann.co.uk/Wines/France/pineau.htm   (168 words)

  
 Pineau des Charentes
Pineau des Charentes can be white (actually gold-coloured), made from white grapes, or rosé, made from red grapes.
Pineau des Charentes is a French Apéritif made in the Cognac region.
Pineau des Charentes was first made by mistake in 1589 in Burie, France.
http://www.practicallyedible.com/edible.nsf/pages/ed.0944   (191 words)

  
 Cheese, Specialty Food, Gourmet Gift Baskets, Cheese Gifts: igourmet
Made from pork and chicken liver and flavored with Pineau des Charentes and Sherry, this mousse has an unbelievable silky texture.
Coarsely ground pork meat and pork liver are spiced with onions, garlic, parsley, bay leaves and thyme.
Buche de Chevre - A classic French goat cheese, our Buche (log) is slightly aged, giving the cheese a lot of character.
http://www.igourmet.com/shoppe/shoppe.asp?cat=10&subcat=Picnics   (1742 words)

  
 Pineau
The Pineau des Charentes Rémy Martin will also perfectly match with fruity dessert (strawberries), melon, scallops, mussels in a white wine sauce.
Reveals characteristics only known in a long matured pineau.
The Pineau des Charentes of Rémy Martin stands out for its maturity, fruity and complex style, density and great length on the palate.
http://www.remy.com/remy_site/classic/our_cognac/pineau.htm   (152 words)

  
 DOMAINE DE CHATEAU GUYNOT
Cognac It focuses on tradition, regional produce and regular seeks to improve the quality of its products.The domaine de château Guynot Cognac a family Pineau des Charentes and has been for several Cognac Pineau des Charentes de château Guynot is a family business and has been for several generations.
Pineau des Charentes It focuses Cognac tradition, regional produce and regular seeks to improve the quality of Cognac products.
Cognac business Cognac wins awards (Paris Agricultural Competition, Pineau des Charentes worldwide competition, Hachette Guide prize for the best wine matured and bottled at the château, for wine matured in oak barrels).
http://www.frenchfoods.com/companies-catalog/cognac.htm   (1531 words)

  
 The Seattle Times: Food & wine: Where can I find Pineau des Charentes?
A: Pineau des Charentes is made in the Cognac region of France by adding young cognac to fresh, unfermented grape juice.
Apparently the sale of Pineau des Charentes used to be restricted to state liquor stores but that is no longer the case.
The grape juice and brandy mixture is then put back in cask for a year or so and then bottled and sold.
http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/foodwine/2002430500_wineqanda10.html   (267 words)

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