Save the date for some high-class hootch; Cognac dinner, Dec. 12

Learn the secrets of fine French brandy from the president of A. de Fussigny Cognac at a wine dinner Monday, Dec. 12, at the Fourth Estate restaurant.

More details will be available soon. To reserve, please call (202) 662-7638 or email [email protected]

A. de Fussigny, established on the banks of the Charente River in the historic center of the village of Cognac in 1814, is one of the smaller, but most highly rated, cognac houses. It is the only cognac house that distills its eaux-de-vie in the town center of Cognac.

A. de Fussigny's expert will guide diners through an elaborate tasting to discern the different notes in this unique beverage. Chef Susan Delbert will design courses to match.