Cognac

Maison Hennessy is one of the most iconic and distinguished cognac houses. The brand, which has become synonymous with cognac, has significantly shaped the course of the history of this sophisticated French spirit. The dynastic Hennessy family has been dominating the Cognac industry for two and a half centuries. In 1765, Richard Hennessy, an Irish officer serving in Louis XVs army, set out to create the worlds finest cognac. The refined and highly popularized elixir became a thriving export business, shipping as far as Ireland, Britain, and all throughout Europe.Today, Hennessy is part of LVMH Group, prevailing as one of the most famous innovative, revolutionary cognac companies in the world. The brand is known for cultivating profitable relationships across markets, like its well-known relationship to the Hip-Hop industry. The Hennessy estate/headquarters are based in the famous town of Cognac in Charente, where cognac production reigns supreme.In 1859, the Prince of Wales, (King George IV of Great Britain), decreed that Hennessy create a "very superior old pale cognac," this designation is now used across the entire industry. As the worlds first, and most favorited V.S.O.Ps, a blend of over 60 eau-de-vie are combined to create a harmonious blend of flavors. This masterful art of blending attests to the enduring expertise of the Hennessy Master Blenders.Hennessy Pure White Cognac is an intriguing blend of eaux-de-vie between two and 50 years from the Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne, Borderies, and Fins Bois regions, which yields a very intricate, pure cognac. Challenge to produce, this distinctive cognac is light and delicate in character with its fresh, simple notes.Pick up your bottle today!

Maison Hennessy is one of the most iconic and distinguished cognac houses. The brand, which has become synonymous with cognac, has significantly shaped the course of history of this sophisticated French spirit. The dynastic Hennessy family has been dominating the Cognac industry for two and a half centuries. In 1765, Richard Hennessy, an Irish officer serving in Louis XVs army, set out to create the worlds finest cognac. The refined and highly popularized elixir became a thriving export business, shipping as far as Ireland, Britain, and all throughout Europe.Today, Hennessy is part of LVMH Group, prevailing as one of the most famous innovative, revolutionary cognac companies in the world. The brand is known for cultivating profitable relationships across markets, like its well-known relationship to the Hip-Hop industry. The Hennessy estate/headquarters are based in the famous town of Cognac in Charente, where cognac production reigns supreme.In 1865, Maurice Hennessy, the great-grandson of founder Richard Hennessy, created a star classification system to distinguish quality in Cognac. Hennessys 3-star Cognac went on to become Hennessy V.S. (which stands for "Very Special"), the most popular Cognac in the world.This newest of Hennessys VS limited editions is a striking collaboration between Hennessy and Argentinian-Spanish artist Felipe Pantone. During Felipe Pantones first visit to Cognac, France, he had a conversation with 8th generation Hennessy Master Blender, Renaud Fillioux de Gironde, about the similarities between Cognac-making and his own creative process as an artist."Whether its in art or in Cognac-making, you need to appreciate the past but at the same time its important to constantly reinvent yourself if you want to keep the flame alive," Pantone says. Pantone was granted access to the Hennessy bottle archives, to inspire his work titledW-3 Dimensional Three Stars,incorporating many of Hennessys historical elements, as well as his own signature lightning bolt. ThisHennessy VS Limited Edition by Felipe Pantoneis Hennessys signature VS. A full-bodied cognac with intense character, it reveals its liveliness whether enjoyed neat, on ice, or with a mixer.Pick up your bottle today!

Maison Hennessy is one of the most iconic and distinguished cognac houses. The brand, which has become synonymous with cognac, has significantly shaped the course of history of this sophisticated French spirit. The dynastic Hennessy family has been dominating the cognac industry for two and a half centuries. In 1765, Richard Hennessy, an Irish officer serving in Louis XVs army, set out to create the worlds finest cognac. The refined and highly popularized elixir became a thriving export business, shipping as far as Ireland, Britain, and all throughout Europe.Today, Hennessy is part of LVMH Group, prevailing as one of the most famous innovative, revolutionary cognac companies in the world. The brand is known for cultivating profitable relationships across markets, like its well-known relationship to the Hip-Hop industry. The Hennessy estate/headquarters are based in the famous town of Cognac in Charente, where cognac production reigns supreme.In 1865, Maurice Hennessy, the great-grandson of founder Richard Hennessy, created a star classification system to distinguish quality in cognac. Hennessys 3-star Cognac went on to become Hennessy V.S. (which stands for "Very Special"), the most popular cognac in the world.This 2020 release is a Limited Edition V.S. bottle that comes in a transparent gift box with the Hennessy logo printed on both sides. The eye-catching bottle itself is gold-lacquered, lending the expression a super-premium feel. Inside is the full-bodied cognac with its signature intense character that reveals its liveliness whether enjoyed neat, on ice, or with a mixer.Gift this beautiful limited-edition bottle today!

Maison Hennessy is one of the most iconic and distinguished cognac houses. The brand, which has become synonymous with cognac, has significantly shaped the course of history of this sophisticated French spirit. The dynastic Hennessy family has been dominating the Cognac industry for two and a half centuries. In 1765, Richard Hennessy, an Irish officer serving in Louis XVs army, set out to create the worlds finest cognac. The refined and highly popularized elixir became a thriving export business, shipping as far as Ireland, Britain, and all throughout Europe.Today, Hennessy is part of LVMH Group, prevailing as one of the most famous innovative, revolutionary cognac companies in the world. The brand is known for cultivating profitable relationships across markets, like its well-known relationship to the Hip-Hop industry. The Hennessy estate/headquarters are based in the famous town of Cognac in Charente, where cognac production reigns supreme.In 1859, the Prince of Wales, (King George IV of Great Britain), decreed that Hennessy create a very superior old pale cognac, this designation is now used across the entire industry. As the worlds first, and most favorited V.S.O.Ps, a blend of over 60 eau-de-vie are combined to create a harmonious blend of flavors. This masterful art of blending attests to the enduring expertise of the Hennessy Master Blenders.Hennessy sources its grapes from the earth surrounding the famous unique Charente River; Ugni Blanc grapes, which are light and fruity. After being distilled using a double copper pot technique, the eau-de-vie is laid to rest in French oak casks. A natural balance of strength and smoothness with a long-lasting finish bottled at 40 percent ABV, Hennessy Privilge is aged for at least four years in Limousin casks. The V.S.O.P features notes of vanilla, clove, cinnamon, and candied fruit.Pick up a bottle of this sophisticated cognac today!

The story of the iconic Hennessy cognac starts with an Irish officer in the service of King Louis XV of France. Richard Hennessy settled in the French region of Charente in 1765, and soon began trading in cognac. Hennessy started off ambitiously, and by the end of the century the house was exporting its premium spirit to the US. At the beginning of the 19th century, the company started conquering Australia and Southeast Asia, which was followed by South American, Japanese and Chinese markets. In 1860, a quarter of cognac exports bore the Hennessy name. Today, Hennessy sells around 70 million of bottles every year, which is roughly half of all worlds cognac, and over 350,000 casks of eaux-de-vie are kept in its cellars. The long and sophisticated process of making this premium cognac stars with the grapes. Hennessy uses the late-maturing variety Ugni blanc, which provides just the right balance between high acidity and a low alcohol content for creating well-balanced eaux-de-vie (water of life). It takes approximately 12 kg of grapes to obtain one liter of eau-de-vie. Pressing the grapes produces 9 liters of wine, which is first distilled to make 3 liters of brouillis, and for the second time to make one liter of pure eau-de-vie. These eaux-de-vie are then put in French oak barrels and stored in special, carefully monitored cellars. Every day, the Hennessey tasting committee meets to select or reject eaux-de-vie, and the selected barrels are then sampled annually throughout maturation. This process is steered by Master Blender Renaud Fillioux de Gironde, who became Hennessys eighth generation master blender from the same family after having learned the secrets of the craft from his uncle, Yann Fillioux. The creation of premium cognac does not end at aging. The Master Blender and the Tasting Committee meticulously select the eaux-de-vie for blending, consistently replicating perfection and taste. Hennessy X.O (X.O stands for extra old) was created in 1870 by Maurice Hennessy for his circle of friends. It was the first cognac to be labeled extra old. About 100 different eaux-de-vie are blended to create this elegant and complex cognac.Grab your bottle today!

"We are one of the smaller houses in Cognac and produce a small percentage of what the major houses do," says Francois Le Grelle, the Managing Director at the House of Hine. "For us, its not about growth its about maintaining the highest level of quality."Founded in 1817, the House of Hine has been in the same family for six generations. In 1791, Thomas Hine the companys founder left his native England in order to learn the art of making cognac. Today, nearly 225 years later, his great-great-great-great grandson, Bernard Hine, oversees the 297-acre Hine Estate.Situated on the banks of the River Charente, the estate benefits from a south-facing aspect, which maximizes the grapes exposure to sunshine and heat. In addition, "we only work with Grande and Petite Champagne where the soils are very chalky," explains Eric Forget, Hines Cellar Master. "Hines finesse comes from the terroir."Hine XO is a blend of approximately forty eaux-de-vie produced exclusively from Grande Champagne grapes. Inspired by Cyrano de Bergerac and his plumed hat and poetic speech this XO cognac is a beautiful example of where fruit meets oak, revealing ripe notes of hazelnut, quince and mild spices, appearing amid accents of fig tart and blonde tobacco. A light complexity evolves midway on the palate, accompanied by a sleek vivacity. Mature notes of mimolette or cheddar cheese, roasted pineapple or a few pieces of orange chocolate, lingers even longer.Pick up your bottle today!

"We are one of the smaller houses in Cognac and produce a small percentage of what the major houses do," says Francois Le Grelle, the Managing Director at the House of Hine. "For us its not about growth, its about maintaining the highest level of quality."Founded in 1817, the House of Hine has been in the same family for six generations. In 1791, Thomas Hine the companys founder left his native England in order to learn the art of making cognac. Today, nearly 225 years later, his great-great-great-great grandson, Bernard Hine, oversees the 297-acre Hine Estate.Situated on the banks of the River Charente, the Hine Estate benefits from a south-facing aspect, which maximizes the grapes exposure to sunshine and heat. In addition, the estate is situated entirely in the Grande and Petite Champagne crus of France, where the soils are very chalky, explains Eric Forget, Hines Cellar Master. "Hines finesse comes from the terroir,"he says.Crafted in honor of Hines founder, Hine Homage Fine Champagne Cognac is a blend of three vintage Early Landed Grande Champagne cognacs, together with a Hine Cognac matured in Jarnac, France. (Centuries ago, English shipping merchants purchased barrels of freshly distilled cognac from France and transported them to England, where the cognac was allowed to mature. These cognacs were said to have "landed early.")The Early Landed Cognacs, which were produced in 1984, 1986 and 1987, were matured in oak casks in the chalk cellars of Bristol, which is situated in southwest England. The cellars steady temperatures (generally between 46 and 53) and high humidity (rarely below 95 percent) were responsible for creating a delicate, refined cognac with a fruity nose and a light, floral flavor profile. The Hine Cognac aged in Jarnac, however, was exposed to dry conditions and fluctuating temperatures (as low as 43 in the winter and as high as 72 in the summer) due to the citys inland location in southwest France. As a result, the Hine Cognac aged in Jarnac has rich, complex notes of oak and robust woody spices.Much like Thomas Hine himself, Hine Homage is a blend of French tradition and English innovation. Hine Homage has an intensely floral aroma, with notes of citrus and orange peel that open up to hints of mushrooms and oak. The finish is crisp and clean, but ends with a touch of spice.Pay homage to this fine cognac and pick up a bottle today!

"We are one of the smaller houses in Cognac and produce a small percentage of what the major houses do," says Francois Le Grelle, the Managing Director at the House of Hine. "For us, its not about growth its about maintaining the highest level of quality."Founded in 1817, the House of Hine has been in the same family for six generations. In 1791, Thomas Hine the companys founder left his native England in order to learn the art of making cognac. Today, nearly 225 years later, his great-great-great-great grandson, Bernard Hine, oversees the 297-acre Hine Estate.Situated on the banks of the River Charente, the estate benefits from a south-facing aspect, which maximizes the grapes exposure to sunshine and heat. In addition, "we only work with Grande and Petite Champagne where the soils are very chalky," explains Eric Forget, Hines Cellar Master. "Hines finesse comes from the terroir."Hine Rare VSOP Fine Champagne Cognac is a blend of Grande (60 percent) and Petite Champagnes (40 percent). After the grapes are harvested and fermented, they are distilled with their fine lees, which helps maintain the richness and structure of the cognac.Following distillation, Hine Rare VSOP is aged in fine-grained wood sourced from northern France. "We prefer oak from the north of France because it has a finer grain which gives greater delicacy and less toast," says Forget. In addition, "we dont age too much in new oak as the wood flavors can dominate and hide the fruity and floral elements of the wine."Hine Rare VSOP Fine Champagne Cognac is aged between six and twelve years. It has a rich, perfumed aroma, with notes of jasmine, acacia, vanilla, oak and fruit on the palate. The finish is delicate and well-balanced, with mellow touches of vanilla, caramel and chewy leather dominating. The cognac earned the Gold Medal at the International Wine and Spirits Competition in 2012, and a score of 90-95 points from Wine Enthusiast. In addition, it earned a score of 95 points from the Ultimate Beverage Challenge.Pick up a bottle today!

Situated along the banks of the Charente River, the Cognac region of France is divided into six different crus: Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne, Borderies, Fins Bois, Bon Bois and Bois Ordinaire. The Grande Champagne cru, which comprises approximately 34,000 hectares, is known for its quiet hills and rich, chalky soil, and is considered to produce the finest cognac in the region.In 1880, Honor Fillioux purchased a tiny, 20-hectare estate in the Grande Champagne region. Upon his death in 1902, Honor Fillioux passed the estate on to his son, Jean, who eventually passed it along to his son. Today, Pascal Fillioux, the great grandson of Honor Fillioux, continues to pay homage to his pioneering ancestors by managing every aspect of cognac production at Maison Fillioux.Situated in the Golden Triangle of the Grande Champagne region (the Golden Triangle is a highly acclaimed micro-terrior of the Grande Champagne region), Maison Fillioux enjoys a rolling Campanian landscape along with rich, cretaceous soils. As a result of its unique terrior and four generations of family experience, the house is known to produce some of the finest cognac in the world.Jean Fillioux Tres Vieux Tres Vieille Grande Champagne Cognac is made exclusively from Ugni Blanc grapes harvested on the Fillioux estate (the estate only grows this single varietal grape). Once the grapes are harvested in late September or early October, they are immediately pressed into a grape must. The must enjoys a high acidity and is lacking in tannins, making it ideal for fermentation and distillation. After Fillioux has fermented the must into a wine, he distills the wine twice through a traditional, antique charentais-pot still.Following distillation, the cognac is aged for a minimum of 25 years in a combination of new and used oak casks. The secret to producing exquisite cognac, Fillioux says, is the having the requisite patience to watch and taste the cognac as it matures. During the maturation process, Pascal tastes each barrel, noting its aroma and flavor profile. As the cognac continues to age, he transfers it as necessary to different barrels and stores the barrels in different areas of his vault in order to ensure that after a quarter-century, the cognac is blessed with a consistent, rounded flavor profile.Jean Fillioux Tres Vieux has an aroma of vanilla and orange marmalade, which leads to strong notes of jam, quince, pear and creamy vanilla. The finish, which is textured and everlasting, ends with a touch of oak and spices. Jean Fillioux Tres Vieux was the highest-rated cognac in the June 2013 issue of the Spirit Journal, which called it "incredibly lush and velvety."Pick up a bottle today!

The history of Landy Cognac can be traced all the way back to 1891 when the prestigious Briand family of the Cognac region. Their fine Cognacs are blended when the eaux-de-vie reach peak maturity. After several years of aging, Landy cellar masters meticulously blend the cognacs with subtle alchemy, harmoniously combining them to create a distinctive cognac, perfectly blended in the style that is uniquely Landy.Landy Cognacs are distilled using distinctive 25 hectoliter copper pot stills. These small stills, facilitate a concentration of aromas and flavors in the wine. After distillation, the young Landy Cognac is initially rested lightly in the cool of the cellars, in Limousin oak casks, each holding 380 liters of spirit. These barrels have a wealth of tannins, giving it an ideal structure for aging. After approximately a year, the spirit is transferred to older casks the red casks. these casks have softer tannins that enable the cognac to mature in perfect condition while avoiding the development of overzealous oak flavors.Landy cognac has fiery amber hues. It is a beautiful mellow cognac, with long and pleasant lingering notes on the palate. The palate is smooth with vanilla and ripe fruit flavors rounded by oakier notes. This exquisite cognac received a double gold medal at the 2009 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Pick up your bottle today!

Cognac Le Magnifique is made solely from grapes found in the two highest-quality crus (vineyard areas), Petite Champagne and Grande Champagne, located in the heart of the Cognac region.In the Petite Champagne and Grande Champagne crus, the soil consists of a thin layer of clay-limestone covering a deeper layer of limestone and chalk. Grande Champagne features rolling hills, while Petite Champagne features rolling hills, while Petite Champagne is more compact. However, the chalky soil found in both crus provides the optimal growing conditions for aromatic, flavorful grapes. This incredible Levon Magnifique VSOP earned a Double Gold medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2018. Pick up your bottle today!

Situated along the banks of the Charente River in the Cognac region of France, Maison Royer is one of the most prestigious producers of cognac in the world. The House was founded in 1853 by Louis Royer, who was originally a beekeeper, like his father and grandfather before him (the symbol of Maison Royer remains a bee). After acquiring a few casks of cognac and letting them mature in the cellar of his home, Royer began bottling and selling the cognac under his own name, primarily to customers in Scandinavia.Today, Jrome Royer a fifth-generation master distiller and the great-great-great grandson of Louis Royer continues to shepherd his family legacy forward. "My blood is cognac," says Royer. Louis Royer XO Fine Champagne Cognac is made from the highest quality Ugni Blanc, Folle Blanche and Colombard grapes, which are harvested at their peak of maturity (generally in late August or early September). After the grapes are harvested, they are pressed and fermented into a wine, which is distilled twice through a traditional charentais pot still. Following distillation, the cognac is matured in oak casks that are coopered from wood sourced from the Limousin and Tronais forests. Limousin and Tronais wood is loosely grained and porous, allowing it to impart more flavor and tannins to the cognac that comes in contact with it.After the cognac has matured for some time (the exact length depends on its aroma and flavor profile as it matures), it is blended by Royer, together with Master Blender Laurent Robin. We are looking "to find a harmonious combination that will bring out the natural perfumes of the cognac," says Royer. After the cognac has been married together, it is placed back into the oak casks, where the blend is allowed to rest until it has reached its peak of perfection.Louis Royer XO Fine Champagne Cognac is made from some of the oldest cognac maturing in the cellars of Maison Royer (the oldest stocks in the cellar are stored in an area known as Paradis). The cognac has a deep, nutty aroma, with touches of citrus and oaky tannins. The aroma opens up to notes of honey, milk chocolate and orange zest on the palate, which are followed by hints of layered citrus, dried fruits and coffee. The finish, which is complex and elegant, has notes of vanilla and caramel.Louis Royer XO Fine Champagne Cognac earned five stars from F. Paul Pacults Spirit Journal, which ranked it as one of the Top 25 Spirits in the World in 2013. "The XO is a banquet of wonderful aromas and flavors that would easily please any sophisticated admirer of luxury spirits," says Pacult. In addition, the cognac earned a score of 96 points at the Ultimate Spirits Challenge in 2013.Pick up a bottle today!

Maison Dudogon is situated in the Grande Champagne Cru du Cognac. Keepers of the vine, the Maison Dudognon are farmers who have kept the land for generations, feeding and working it while maintaining the delicate balance of the soil. Maison Dudognon has a long-standing relationship with the grand cru, and have upheld the highest quality of production since its inception.The Ugni Blanc is the main grape variety in the area is but in recent years they have taken to the replanting of the Montils and Folle Blanche varieties. The harvests are carried out mechanically and in several stages. The Folle Blanche, early varieties are harvested and vinified separately first. Then the Montils and Ugni Blanc grapes. The Maison produces some of the most fragrant, quality eau-de-vie on the market.At Maison Dudognon, the first November frosts are the queue to fire" up the stills. The first pass of wine yields an average 28 percent alcohol per volume. The second heater or "Good Heater" is what results in the cognac. This resultant spirit is a brandy containing 70 percent alcohol per volume.At this stage, the Cognac passes to the hands of the Cellar Master who magically goes to work aging and blending. All spirits are housed in new oak barrels before being transferred to older ones. The choose the oak they purchase according to its drying property.This "Vieille Reserve" expression is a blend of barrels averaging two decades in age. When the eau-de-vie turns the ripe age of 20 the grapes in the blend start to showcase their fruitier nuttier flavors characteristic to Cognac.Pick up your bottle today!

Over three decades ago, Ansley Coale picked up a hitchhiker along Route 101 just north of San Francisco. The hitchhiker Hubert Germain-Robin was of French origin and came from a family that had been producing cognac since 1782. As the two drove northward in Coales car, Hubert spoke of his familys background in distillation. "Hubert wanted to distill using craft methods handed down for centuries from master to apprentice," recalls Coale, who eventually teamed up with the hitchhiker to found Craft Distillers in 2003. After purchasing an antique cognac still from an abandoned distillery, Hubert and Coale built a redwood shed in northern California and began distilling spirits. Craft Distillers Maison Surrenne range is a collaborative effort between Germain-Robin and Cognacs largest remaining family-owned producer: "Surrennes eight aging cellars hold extensive stocks of aged distillates that have been maintained pure and unblended. There are four distilleries, including the ancient installation in the chateau of Triac. The home distillery is on the Quai de lIle Madame on the banks of the Charente river in Jarnac. Great cognac reflects the land and climate from which its grapes were taken. The bottlings come from specific regions, and we further emphasize their individuality by using cognacs from a particular vintage, or a single distillery, or even an individual cask. Many of these bottlings are unblended, and the rarities are unfiltered." (Craft Distillers).Maison Surrenne Galtaud is an exceptional cognac that is from the single-still Galtaud distillery, founded in 1800 in the village of Mainxe. A 100 percent Borderies expression, this cognac is comprised of three select casks from Galtaud, a single still distillery in the village of Mainxe that has been in operation since the beginning of the 19th century. Aged 14 years, this distinctive full-bodied cognac is the essence of the unique terroir that is the Borderies, with its rich, fruit forward palate complemented by hints of violets and nut kernels. Rated the #14 Personal All-Time Favorite Brandy of F. Paul Pacult, Editor of F. Paul Pacults Spirit Journal: June 2016.Pick up your bottle today!

Martel Blue Swift is a Martell VSOP, which is eaux- de-vie matured in French Oak casks, what makes it different from cognac is that it is finished in Kentucky Bourbon casks, making it an eaux-de-vie-de-vin. Martells signature process of distilling cognacs free of impurities leave it open to absorbing the rich aromatic tones from the bourbon cask. The result is Martells hallmark cognac style, characterized by delicate notes of candied fruit and plum, now complimented by the subtle sweetness of vanilla and toasted oak from bourbon casks.The fruity VSOP intersects with the smokey vanilla notes of the American oak casks, followed by fruity brandy. On the nose there are gourmet aromas of banana and caramelized pears. The raisin-plum notes of brandy pair nicely with the oaky notes of whiskey. This is followed by sweet notes of vanilla and coconut, and menthol. The mouthfeel is softly rounded with fresh notes of ginger and white candied plums. The finish is long and smooth, rich with the toasted woodiness from Kentucky Bourbon casks.The Martell cognac house is the most longstanding of all the major cognac houses. For over three hundred years, this House has been passed down through generations. They pride themselves on their rich heritage and craftsmanship. Martell was founded in 1715 by Jean Martell, along the river Charente, at the very pinnacle of the French LArt de Vivre. This French concept of the art of living, embodies the notion that one should elegantly embrace the richness of life. House Martell strives to capture this essence in their craft.Martell, a member of a prominent merchant family from the Jersey Channel, started what would become a rich legacy in the cognac industry. The young Briton began this journey as a broker, purchasing casks of Borderies cognac and wine and selling them in the Channel islands, Normandy, Picardy and Holland. Successive failures due to the economic climate at the time saw a great rise and fall of wine and cognac prices. But with Jeans entrepreneurial spirit, and through profitable marriages into families of prominent cognac merchants, (particularily to Jeanne-Rachel Lallemand, a direct descendant of Jacques Roux, a pioneering 17th century cognac merchant), House Martell saw great success.In 1721, it is reported that they exported over 200,000 liters of signature blend to Great Britain alone. After Jean Martells death in 1753, the operation was taken over by his widow, his two sons, Jean and Frdric, and his brother-in-law Louis Gabriel (brother of Jeanne-Rachel Lallemand), who further developed the house, transcendently expanding its influence. By the 19th century, Martell had established itself as the most prominent international exporter of cognac in the world, reaching as far as China and Japan. House Martell has full range of cognacs; a collection of 10 expressions. Now for the first time, Martell has also expanded its line to include its signature finished cognac, Martell Blue Swift. House Martell was not only the first cognac house, it was also the first cognac house to ship its to the United States in 1783. Martell commemorated this storied history with the US, with a unique marriage of cognac and bourbon, by redefiningmaking it a complex eaux-de-vie-de-vin.The Martell distillery uses grapes from the major cognac crus. Traditionally, the majority of their offerings use Ugni Blanc (or Trebbiano) grapes from the Borderies vineyards, and their cognac is aged in distinctive Tronais oak casks. They use a double distillation method, with traditional "Charentais alembics" (pot stills). Try this unique eaux-de-vie-de-vin today!

Launched in 2013 exclusively in California, Martell Caractre Cognac is a pure house classic, wholeheartedly Martell from start to finish. It is distinguished from the rest of the core Martell range, with grapes sourced from the vineyards of the Domaine Jean Martell, this expression differs greatly from the rest of the Martell cognacs that use grapes from the major cognac regions (primarily the Borderies vineyards) the eaux-de-vie are distilled twice without leas and aged in fine grain French barrels, Benoit Fil, the Martell Cellar Master combines two types of eaux-de-vie to create the cognac.The Martell cognac house is the most longstanding of all the major cognac houses. For over three hundred years, this House has been passed down through generations. They pride themselves on their rich heritage and craftsmanship. Martell was founded in 1715 by Jean Martell, along the river Charente, at the very pinnacle of the French LArt de Vivre. This French concept of the art of living, embodies the notion that one should elegantly embrace the richness of life. House Martell strives to capture this essence in their craft. Martell, a member of a prominent merchant family from the Jersey Channel, started what would become a rich legacy in the cognac industry. The young Briton began this journey as a broker, purchasing casks of Borderies cognac and wine and selling them in the Channel islands, Normandy, Picardy and Holland. Successive failures due to the economic climate at the time saw a great rise and fall of wine and cognac prices. But with Jeans entrepreneurial spirit, and through profitable marriages into families of prominent cognac merchants, (particularily to Jeanne-Rachel Lallemand, a direct descendant of Jacques Roux, a pioneering 17th century cognac merchant), House Martell saw great success.In 1721, it is reported that they exported over 200,000 liters of signature blend to Great Britain alone. After Jean Martells death in 1753, the operation was taken over by his widow, his two sons, Jean and Frdric, and his brother-in-law Louis Gabriel (brother of Jeanne-Rachel Lallemand), who further developed the house, transcendently expanding its influence. By the 19th century, Martell had established itself as the most prominent international exporter of cognac in the world, reaching as far as China and Japan. House Martell has full range of cognacs; a collection of 10 expressions from their VS, to their Premier Voyage. The Martell distillery traditionally uses Ugni Blanc (or Trebbiano) grapes from the Borderies vineyards, and ages its cognac in distinctive Tronais oak casks. They use a double distillation method, with Charentais alembics (pot stills). Grab a bottle of this signature cognac today!

Martell Cordon Bleu is a classic favorite among cognac connoisseurs, it is one of the most popular expressions not only in the Martell range, but in the world of cognac. This legendary 80 proof XO offering is an An explosion of deliciously fruited, spice notes. With its trademark dark blue seal stamped with the Martell family crest, the Cordon Bleu is a timeless Borderies cognac blended with eaux-de-vie aged up to 25 years. It is bottled at 40 percent ABV.This Martell expression is characterized by its fruitiness. On the nose there are aromas of orchard fruits like crystallized plums and apples, and roasted notes of mocha coffee, toasted almonds, and vetiver. It has a Well-rounded mellow mouthfeel with a smooth sustained finish of fruit, spice notes, gingerbread and roasted cocoa beans.The Martell cognac house is the most longstanding of all the major cognac houses. For over three hundred years, this House has been passed down through generations. They pride themselves on their rich heritage and craftsmanship. Martell was founded in 1715 by Jean Martell, along the river Charente, at the very pinnacle of the French LArt de Vivre. This French concept of the art of living, embodies the notion that one should elegantly embrace the richness of life. House Martell strives to capture this essence in their craft. Martell, a member of a prominent merchant family from the Jersey Channel, started what would become a rich legacy in the cognac industry. The young Briton began this journey as a broker, purchasing casks of Borderies cognac and wine and selling them in the Channel islands, Normandy, Picardy and Holland. Successive failures due to the economic climate at the time saw a great rise and fall of wine and cognac prices. But with Jeans entrepreneurial spirit, and through profitable marriages into families of prominent cognac merchants, (particularily to Jeanne-Rachel Lallemand, a direct descendant of Jacques Roux, a pioneering 17th century cognac merchant), House Martell saw great success.In 1721, it is reported that they exported over 200,000 liters of signature blend to Great Britain alone. After Jean Martells death in 1753, the operation was taken over by his widow, his two sons, Jean and Frdric, and his brother-in-law Louis Gabriel (brother of Jeanne-Rachel Lallemand), who further developed the house, transcendently expanding its influence. By the 19th century, Martell had established itself as the most prominent international exporter of cognac in the world, reaching as far as China and Japan. The Martell distillery uses grapes from the major cognac regions, predominantly Ugni Blanc (or Trebbiano) grapes from the Borderies vineyards, and ages its cognac in distinctive Tronais oak casks. They use a double distillation method, with traditional "Charentais alembics" (pot stills). House Martell has full range of cognacs; a collection of 10 expressions. Most notably among them: their popular Martell Cordon Bleu created by douard Martell in 1912. The preponderance of Borderies eaux-de-vie gives Martell Cordon Bleu an elegant, mellow and complex character.Try a bottle today!

Introduced over 150 years ago, Martell VS is a very young cognac, VS means "Very Special" it means that the eaux-de-vie used in the cognac is aged for at least two years but Martell VS cognac is aged from 5 to 7 years. It is an eaux-de-vie blend from the four major regions of Cognac: Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne, the Borderies and Fins Bois.The Martell cognac house is the most longstanding of all the major cognac houses. For over three hundred years, this House has been passed down through generations. They pride themselves on their rich heritage and craftsmanship. Martell was founded in 1715 by Jean Martell, along the river Charente, at the very pinnacle of the French LArt de Vivre. This French concept of the art of living, embodies the notion that one should elegantly embrace the richness of life. House Martell strives to capture this essence in their craft.Martell, a member of a prominent merchant family from the Jersey Channel, started what would become a rich legacy in the cognac industry. The young Briton began this journey as a broker, purchasing casks of Borderies cognac and wine and selling them in the Channel islands, Normandy, Picardy and Holland. Successive failures due to the economic climate at the time saw a great rise and fall of wine and cognac prices. But with Jeans entrepreneurial spirit, and through profitable marriages into families of prominent cognac merchants, (particularily to Jeanne-Rachel Lallemand, a direct descendant of Jacques Roux, a pioneering 17th century cognac merchant), House Martell saw great success.In 1721, it is reported that they exported over 200,000 liters of signature blend to Great Britain alone. After Jean Martells death in 1753, the operation was taken over by his widow, his two sons, Jean and Frdric, and his brother-in-law Louis Gabriel (brother of Jeanne-Rachel Lallemand), who further developed the house, transcendently expanding its influence. By the 19th century, Martell had established itself as the most prominent international exporter of cognac in the world, reaching as far as China and Japan. House Martell has full range of cognacs; a collection of 10 expressions from their VS, to their Premier Voyage. The Martell distillery uses Ugni Blanc (or Trebbiano) grapes from the Borderies vineyards, and ages its cognac in distinctive Tronais oak casks. They use a double distillation method, with traditional "Charentais alembics" (pot stills). Aromas of rockrose leaves and incense, and woody notes from the fine-grained oak cask. In the mouth are Wood and spice notes with a pleasant freshness and a velvety texture. On the Nose there are rich fruit and spice notes; fresh citrus, pear and saffron.Pick up your bottle of VS today!

Martell V.S.O.P. (Very Superior Old Pale) Mdallion commemorates the year House Martell was founded, 1715. The bottle has a gold medallion emblem with the engraving of a portrait of Louis XIV. Martells V.S.O.P. cognac blends eaux-de-vie of at least 4 years of age, using grapes from four cognac crus; Grande and Petite Champagne, Fins Bois and the Borderies. This blend differs from the others in the Martell line, which use grapes predominantly from the Borderies.On the Nose there are aromas of a bittersweet lime and liquorice, quince, raisin and plum. Followed by fresh Spring notes of fine grain and hazelnut. In the mouth it is complex with soft crystallized-fruit notes. The finish is long and round.The Martell cognac house is the most longstanding of all the major cognac houses. For over three hundred years, this House has been passed down through generations. They pride themselves on their rich heritage and craftsmanship. Martell was founded in 1715 by Jean Martell, along the river Charente, at the very pinnacle of the French LArt de Vivre. This French concept of the art of living, embodies the notion that one should elegantly embrace the richness of life. House Martell strives to capture this essence in their craft. Martell, a member of a prominent merchant family from the Jersey Channel, started what would become a rich legacy in the cognac industry. The young Briton began this journey as a broker, purchasing casks of Borderies cognac and wine and selling them in the Channel islands, Normandy, Picardy and Holland. Successive failures due to the economic climate at the time saw a great rise and fall of wine and cognac prices. But with Jeans entrepreneurial spirit, and through profitable marriages into families of prominent cognac merchants, (particularily to Jeanne-Rachel Lallemand, a direct descendant of Jacques Roux, a pioneering 17th century cognac merchant), House Martell saw great success.In 1721, it is reported that they exported over 200,000 liters of signature blend to Great Britain alone. After Jean Martells death in 1753, the operation was taken over by his widow, his two sons, Jean and Frdric, and his brother-in-law Louis Gabriel (brother of Jeanne-Rachel Lallemand), who further developed the house, transcendently expanding its influence. By the 19th century, Martell had established itself as the most prominent international exporter of cognac in the world, reaching as far as China and Japan. House Martell has full range of cognacs; a collection of 10 expressions. The Martell distillery uses grapes from the major cognac crus. The majority of their offerings use Ugni Blanc (or Trebbiano) grapes from the Borderies vineyards, and their cognac is aged in distinctive Tronais oak casks. They use a double distillation method, with traditional "Charentais alembics" (pot stills).Try this delicious cognac blend today!

The Martell XO was first introduced in 2005, and is said to be deeply characteristic Jean Martells essence. A testimony to Jean Martells visionary spirit. Combining the elegance of the Borderies with the power of the Grande Champagne terroirs Martell XO comes in a uniquely crafted arc shaped bottle. It is double distilled blended with both Borderies and Grande Champagne eaux-de-vie, which is aged at least 6 years. It is bottled at 40 percent ABV.Martell XO is a unique nuance of flavors and aromas, both spicy and rich. It starts off with the refined softness of the Borderies, followed by the intense of flavors of Grande Champagne eaux-de-vie. On the nose there are aromas of ground spice (black pepper, coriander), red berries, rich fruit flavours of fig chutney and compote. Nuttier notes of almonds and walnuts, are paired with elements of beeswax and sandalwood. The mouthfeel is rounded and fruity and the palate is spicy with notes of fig and walnut. The finish is long and silky smooth. The Martell cognac house is the most longstanding of all the major cognac houses. For over three hundred years, this House has been passed down through generations. They pride themselves on their rich heritage and craftsmanship. Martell was founded in 1715 by Jean Martell, along the river Charente, at the very pinnacle of the French LArt de Vivre. This French concept of the art of living, embodies the notion that one should elegantly embrace the richness of life. House Martell strives to capture this essence in their craft.Martell, a member of a prominent merchant family from the Jersey Channel, started what would become a rich legacy in the cognac industry. The young Briton began this journey as a broker, purchasing casks of Borderies cognac and wine and selling them in the Channel islands, Normandy, Picardy and Holland. Successive failures due to the economic climate at the time saw a great rise and fall of wine and cognac prices. But with Jeans entrepreneurial spirit, and through profitable marriages into families of prominent cognac merchants, (particularily to Jeanne-Rachel Lallemand, a direct descendant of Jacques Roux, a pioneering 17th century cognac merchant), House Martell saw great success.In 1721, it is reported that they exported over 200,000 liters of signature blend to Great Britain alone. After Jean Martells death in 1753, the operation was taken over by his widow, his two sons, Jean and Frdric, and his brother-in-law Louis Gabriel (brother of Jeanne-Rachel Lallemand), who further developed the house, transcendently expanding its influence. By the 19th century, Martell had established itself as the most prominent international exporter of cognac in the world, reaching as far as China and Japan.House Martell has full range of cognacs; a collection of 10 expressions from their VS, to their Premier Voyage. The Martell distillery uses grapes from the major cognac regions, predominantly Ugni Blanc (or Trebbiano) grapes from the Borderies vineyards, and ages its cognac in distinctive Tronais oak casks. They use a double distillation method, with traditional "Charentais alembics" (pot stills). Get your bottle today!

The Merlet and Fils Distillery hails from the Saint-Sauvant in the Cognac region. The family-owned brand has been making cognac since 1850 and is now in its fifth generation of Merlets. After distilling for large cognac houses for 160 years Merlet ventured out to develop their own cognac in 2010, producing several award-winning spirits. This stunning VSOP is a blend of eaux-de-vie aged over 4 years old from various Cognac crus, blended together to the highest quality. This cognac has a superb round and supple mouthfeel that stands delicious on its own or in any range of signature cocktails.Pick up your bottle today!

Created by Cognac connoisseur Olga Otrokhova, Monfleurie is a modern brand of luxury Cognac. Each decanter embodies hundreds of meticulously selected Grande Champagne eaux-de-vie. 80 percent of which comes from the 1960 harvest. The climate of this particular year, combined with decades of aging resulted in an exquisite floral bouquet, unusual for the Grande Champagne area. The Monfleurie blend was created by the grandmasters of Maison Boinaud Estate, renowned for its savoir-faire since the 17th century. Naturally colored and bottled at 40.6 percent ABV, Monfleurie has a unique character, richly complex with a lingering sophisticated flavor that continuously delivers new layers of aromas on the palate. Each element of Monfleurie is an expression of beauty, tradition and craftsmanship passed down through time. Bottled in a floral decanter inspired by the shape of the Versailles garden vases, the bottle is meticulously hand - blown, individually numbered and engraved.Pick up your bottle today!

Situated along the banks of the Charente River in southwestern France, Domaine du Renclos was founded in 1811 by Pierre Navarre, a French shipping merchant. The 11 hectares Navarre Estate, which is the equivalent of only 0.04 square miles, is situated entirely within the Grande Champagne cru of Cognac, France. Today, Jacky Navarre " a fourth-generation cognac distiller and one of the last remaining purists in the industry " tends to the estate with a simple rule: "Let nature do (most of) the work." The vineyards of the Navarre Estate are generally composed of Ugni Blanc grapes (which are known for their high acidity), along with small plots dedicated to the production of Folle Blanche and Colombard grapes (which Navarre uses for experimentation purposes). Once the grapes reach their peak maturity for distillation purposes, Navarre harvests them by hand " a technique abandoned long ago by most cognac houses. After the grapes are harvested, they are fermented and distilled immediately using a 10 hectoliter (250-gallon) copper-pot charentais still.Following distillation, the cognac is aged in oak barrels for a minimum of 30 years, although the average age of the cognac is closer to 40 or 50 years. The humid environment of Domaine du Renclos " it is situated along the banks of a river " together with the mild, sunny autumns and cool breezes of the Cognac region, naturally reduce the cognac to 90 proof during its three to five decade-long beauty rest.Navarre Cognac Vieille Reserve has explosive notes of dried apricots, grapes and raisins that compliment a spicy, oaky undertone. The finish, which is long, luxurious and hedonistic, has slightly earthy notes, along with hints of cinnamon, honey and oak.Only 60 bottles of this cognac are released into the United States each year. Pick up one of these rare treasures today!

At the end of the 19th century, Samuel Beau purchased a dilapidated vineyard in the Grande Champagne region of Cognac, France. While the vineyard had suffered from a neglectful owner, Beau recognized that the estate enjoyed rich, chalky soils, rolling hills and generous amounts of sunlight, and would be ideal for the distillation and maturation of cognac. After purchasing the estate, Beau began tending to its soil and improving the quality of the grapes that were cultivated on the estate. Upon his death in 1914, Beau passed the vineyard on to his son, Paul. Under Pauls stewardship, the estate was expanded to just over 100 hectares and many of its buildings were modernized, including the distillery. While much of the cognac produced by Maison Beau was sold to larger cognac houses during the 20th century, the Paul Beau label was created specifically for the purpose of bottling the best cognacs distilled and bottled by the Beau family.Paul Beau Hors DAge Cognac is made exclusively from Ugni Blanc grapes (the grapes are highly acidic and lacking in tannins, making them ideal for the production of cognac). After the Ugni Blanc grapes have been harvested and pressed into a grape must, the must is fermented into a wine and then twice-distilled through a 25-hectolitre, antique copper still. Following distillation, the cognac is matured in Maison Beaus cellars for over 30 years. As a result of its three-decade long beautyrest, Paul Beau Hors DAge Cognac (hors dage means "beyond age"in French) has rich, lush notes of dried fruits and vanilla, which are complemented by deep notes of raisins, maple syrup, oak and pepper, and lead to a long, gratifying finish.Paul Beau Hors DAge Cognac is one of the most highly-decorated cognacs ever produced, having earned six Gold Medals at the Concours Gnral de Paris since 2000 and numerous additional medals at the International Wine and Spirits Competition in 2010 and 2011. In addition, Maison Paul Beau received the Excellence Prize at the Paris Agriculture Show in 2010 and the Concours Generale Agricole in 2012 for outstanding quality and consistency in production. Finally, the cognac was awarded five stars by F. Paul Pacults Spirit Journal and was named one of the 130 Best Spirits in 2010.Pick up an incredible cognac today!