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Cognac Brandy is produced In the two departments of Cha-
rente and Charente-lnferieure, and the town of Cognac has for
centuries been the centre of the Brandy trade.
Brandy merchants were known already In the Cognac district
about the middle of the XVII century. In the beginning of the
XVIll century, firms at present existing were established, and
from this date the Cognac trade began to take an Important
position. Its produce becoming celebrated the world over.
The Charentes are divided Into districts known by the names
of" Grande Champagne ", " Petite Champagne ", " Borderies ",
"Fins Bois", "Bons Bois". and "Bois Ordlnalres", producing
Brandies of various grades. The blending of all these different
qualities. In the proportions required to suit the taste of different
countries, constitutes the secret of each firm.
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