When tasting cognac, first inhale whilst holding the glass by its stem. Then swirl the cognac to blend the aromas before inhaling again. Taste cognac with the tip of your tongue before drinking further.
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| Conditions: | Fog |
| Temp.: | 0°C |
| Windchill: | -3°C |
| Wind: | 10 kph N |
| Pressure: | 1,001 mb steady |
| Sunrise: | 8:13 am |
| Sunset: | 6:12 pm |
| Outlook: | Partly Cloudy |
When considering this region of France, it’s impossible to escape the subject of cognac. This famous local brandy obviously takes its name from the Cognac area but has now become an international brand all of its own. For visitors to Poitou-Charentes one of the great lures is a chance take a cognac tour around the famous firms or maisons as they are called. And of course to have a taste of cognac at the same time.
FUTUROSCOPE!
At Futuroscope you can have loads of fun but also learn something at the same time - not many theme parks offer that combination. The fun comes from the fantastic rides - Dancing with Robots is a favourite! And then there are the amazing 3D films that take you under the sea or show you the world as it might be in the millions of years time. The future is 'wild' as they say! I will definitely go again - Milly Jones.
For more information check out the Futuroscope website in English and read our review
What to Do in Poitou-Charentes
Adventure Parks |Artisans and Craftsmen| Ballooning Flying and Motor sports|Beaches by the Sea and at Lakes|Cognac Producer Tours| Cycle Hire Walking and Riding|Fishing Holidays| Markets and Bric-a-brac|Museums and Art Galleries|Nature and Bird watching|Rivers and Boating|Golf Courses in Poitou-Charentes|Water Sports and Sailing|Zoos Animal Parks Aquariums|Creative and Hobby Holidays in Poitou-Charentes | Garden Centres and Plant Nurseries in Poitou-Charentes | English-language and Franco-British Associations in Poitou-Charentes | Music and Drama Groups in Poitou-Charentes