CÎROC, a brand of Diageo North America, has introduced CÎROC VS Fine French Brandy. CÎROC VS is a spirit crafted from French grapes for a modern expression of classic French Brandy, the company says. VS stands for “Very Special,” signifying the superior quality and craftsmanship of the new liquor, it adds. It is distilled in traditional Alembic copper pot stills and matured in French oak barrels, the company says. The brandy is available at select retailers in New York, Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., Houston, Miami, Atlanta and Las Vegas, for a suggested retail price of $35.99.

Diageo North America, Norwalk, Conn.

Telephone: 203/229-2100

Internet: www.cirocvs.com

Distribution: Select