Christian Thomas

Christian Thomas, at 91 years old, is the owner of the prestigious Château de Beaulon in the Cognac region of France, where he has dedicated over six decades to producing high-quality cognac. Known for his passion for the craft, he has witnessed various economic crises throughout his career, but the looming threat of Donald Trump's proposed 200% tariffs on French spirits poses a significant challenge for his business and the entire cognac industry. Despite his age, he remains active and engaged, expressing concern for the future of his family business and the livelihoods dependent on it.