A city of western france on the charente river north-northeast of bordeaux . It is famous for its distilleries , which have manufactured and exported cognac since the 18th century . Population , 20660 .
Mr. depardon , who is based in france , says the term refers to brandy from the french region of cognac that has been distilled twice in copper stills made in the french region of charente and is then blended by a cellar master .
