The Cognac region in France has become the latest hot place to make vodka but it is also the home to a new gin. G'Vine is a new gin made by Eurowinegate which is based in the region. It is the first white spirit to be distilled from grape vine flowers.
According to a Wine Spectator article, G'Vine is derived from the Ugni Blanc grape flower and distilled in small batches with gin's traditional botanicals such as juniper, licorice, cassia and coriander. The gin is then blended with the flowers of the Ugni Blanc leaves and distilled again. The resulting drink is said to have a more floral noise than traditional gin and to be more soft and delicate. G'Vine is currently only available in stores in the New York and New Jersey area but you can find it
online for under $30.
