The History
1870S
SINCE THE 1870S AND THE FRENCH REVOLUTION Vines have been grown in the Verrières village for more than 200 years and the French Revolution. These two villages have an exceptional reputation in the Grande Champagne, 1er Cru de Cognac area. The Chauchet-Voyer family has been distilling wine and aged eaux-de-vie in oak barrels since the 1870 – that means more than 5 generations.
1900
TURN OF THE 19th CENTURY The paradise with 1er cru de cognac At the turn of the 19th Century, Paul André was one of the few winegrowers to distill his production. Our cellar comprises of numerous old eaux-de-vie. Among them is the gold medal in the 50 years+ category of the “Segonzac eaux-de-vie” contest, Capital of the Grande Champagne 1er cru. He also left us with a “Paradise” filled with 1er Cru de Cognac.
1960S to 1990S
AGEING & BOTTLING The 1960s helped us increase our stock under the benevolent leadership of Guy Chauchet -Voyer, a strong advocate of ageing eaux-de-vie. This time also marks the start of the bottling process. Several lots were produced and met with some success. But the 1990s and the enhancement of the range strongly increased the appetite of enthusiasts for our terroir.
TODAY
François Voyer in the 21st Century Today we work with numerous wine-growers located in several Grande Champagne towns. House François Voyer was passed on to its cellar master – Pierre Vaudon – to perpetuate the identity of more than 10 cognac blends sold in more than 30 countries around the world. Additionally, François Voyer enjoyed significant success: it is being served in some of the most renowned restaurants and won awards in prestigious international contests.