Sangria Recipe

1 part cognac (less expensive, use korbel brandy - no other brand!)
1 part cointreau (less expensive, use triple sec)
6 parts red wine
1/4 cup sugar, or more-to taste
Juice of 1/2 lemon (or more, to taste)
1 bt. Sparkling wine or champagne
Orange slices
Lemon slices
Fresh peach slices or apple slices
Sliced strawberries

If possible, pre-chill all liquid ingredients. Combine all together in large pitcher.