Ecomusée du Cognac — Attraction in Saintes

What a lucky find! We were en route to Cognac on a Sunday, and knew that most things would be closed, and so when we spotted signs for this museum we saw that it was open and decided to go. It's a fantastic little place, with plenty of information about the history of cognac, pineau and how they're both made (in addition to a section on cigars and chocolate). The family are very knowledgeable, and explained to us everything about what we were tasting at the end. Whilst cognac isn't for us (yet), we left with a delicious bottle of pineau, lovely pictures and a lot more knowledgeable ourselves! We never did make it to Cognac in the end, and we...

Last week my wife and I wanted to visit this museum. After a struggle with a quite big traffic jam, we arrived just a quarter before closing time. Therefore I suggested to the lady a short visit, where I just had a look at the cars (as I am fond of old cars ). But, this was not possible and only the full visit could be done! Even not when I wanted to pay the full charge for a complete visit.... Not really client friendly from my point of view. I am also fond of a good cognac and these are nicely presented behind the counter, But -as you can imagine- I did not buy any, as I it probably would not taste me after this...

Quirky cognac distillery. XO cognac is out of this world

Lots of information in English about the origins of cognac and it's making. Also a small car and tractor collection as well as exhibits on Cuba, cigars, chocolate and coffee - the link being they all go well with fine cognac! Five of us visited here and for less than we paid to visit Reme Martin we had a tour here and left with a bottle of Pineau de Charentes and a bottle of fantastic XO cognac made on the premises.

Don't expect polished guided tour, just walk yourself around at your own pace.

Great way to spend an hour if you are in the...