Le Ban de la Distillation - Cognac Tourism

25 October 26 October 2024

During the distillation period, Grand Cognac offers a notable event celebrating exceptional know-how

The second edition of the Ban de la Distillation will take place on 25^th and 26^th October 2024 on a Grand Cognac site

Le Ban de la Distillation highlights the process of Charentais distillation through the know-how of producers, the involvement of local stakeholders and the wine-producing industry (cognac, pineau des Charentes, etc …).
The term “ban” is used here in its original meaning of official proclamation.

Pique-nique du distillateur chez un viticulteur, Drouet à Salles d'Angles — Picnic break at Drouet cognacs
Alberto Bocos Gil – Grand Cognac

démonstration de tonnellerie avec deux tonneliers de la tonnellerie Vicard façonnant chacun une barrique devant le musée des savoir-faire du cognac — Picnic break at Drouet cognacs
Alberto Bocos Gil – Grand Cognac

The official launch of the distillation period

Thus the “ban” announces the start of the grape-harvest, the “ban” de la distillation symbolises the official launch of the distillation period, a crucial step in the production of our renowned spirit.

Alberto Bocos Gil – Grand Cognac

Visit to Château Marnier Lapostolle

Exceptionally for Le Ban de la Distillation, the Grand Marnier distillery opened its doors.

Visite guidée de la distillerie de la Groie, propriété de la maison de cognac Hennessy, vue des alambics charentais

Compose your own programme!

The event takes place over two days and offers a diversified à la carte programme that allows for unexpected meetings and creates bridges between producers and the general public. Concerts, shows, lectures, meetings, exhibitions and visitor circuits enable a large number of visitors to attend.