Founded in 1643 by wine merchant Philippe Augier, they were both buyers and négociants in the early years. Records have been lost as to the exact nature of the business for much of the following two centuries, until they were sold to Canadian distillers Seagram in 1966, which in 1987 bought one of Cognac’s big four: Martell. With global spirits sales declining, Seagram sold its drinks portfolio to the French-owned group Pernod Ricard, which reintroduced the Augier brand with a range of Cognacs in 2013. Each expression is intended to be as true to the original house’s style as modern-day methods permit, aiming to be typical of the region and using lesser-seen grapes and areas. We have two of the range in stock; here are my thoughts: