Never has a liquor so smooth graced my throat...

Everyone seems to have a strong personal preference when it comes to high-end vodkas. I know that my personal favourite is embodied fully in the elixir referred to as Chopin. I have sampled many vodkas in my time and have had multiple opportunities to directly compare Chopin to other vodka's such as Grey Goose, Belvedere, Ketel One, Stoly and others considered to be close competitors to Chopin. All are excellent vodkas, but none come close to the elegance of Chopin.

Inviting and Approachable
Now I don't mean approachable as in price -- in the stores Chopin regularly goes for $30-35 per 750ml bottle, not an inexpensive vodka. Fortunately, you get not only a beautiful, etched bottle, but some very fine vodka.

Chopin is very approachable, especially when enjoyed straight up in a martini or on the rocks, with minimal interference from mixers or excessive citrus. I prefer mine with a strong twist of lemon, but that is it. Chopin has no harsh odor or overly strong presence and is easy to sip, generating slight warmth as you first sip it. No harshness here.

It's in the Roots, Literally
Like many of the popular, high-end vodka's, Chopin is made entirely from potatoes and not from grain as many lesser vodka's are. This does not mean that it is not possible to make an excellent grain-based vodka (Ketel One has done just that), but the care and technique that goes into a fine potato based vodka, I believe, always results in a higher-quality product. Therefore, I recommend that if you prefer the smoothest and richest of vodka's, try Chopin, or if you must, a grain vodka that has been distilled at least four times, as it will taste better and be much smoother. Chopin is smooth while maintaining a rich undertone and a very elegant finish. Certainly this is all about personal preference and choice, but give Chopin a try and I am sure you will not be disappointed.

Viscous, but not Heavy
To me, a good quality, high-end vodka has a heavy viscosity and seems to cling to the edge of your glass if unadulterated at room temperature. (Of course, I recommend vodka be well chilled, but it is not entirely necessary with Chopin, due to its smoothness and quality.) Chopin fits the bill, balancing a healthy viscosity without being too thick or heavy. It is easy to drink and produces a clean, nice buzz when consumed in moderation (or more). Of course I recommend moderation, but if you are going to imbibe vodka in a bit more than moderate amounts, I recommend a clean, pure vodka like Chopin -- cuts down on hangovers for sure.

In Conclusion
No need to run out and buy a bottle until you have sampled Chopin for yourself. So go to your favourite watering hole and get a nice tumbler of Chopin on the rocks with a lemon twist. Sip it slowly,compare it with some of the other high-end vodkas, and I think you'll understand where I am coming from on this one. Enjoy!