Celebration Centenaire Napoleon
⏳ Drinking Window
As a fully matured spirit, it is bottled at its peak complexity and will remain stable indefinitely when stored upright away from direct light.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
dark chocolate, blue cheese, roasted duck
✨ Technical Specifications
This rare release celebrates the legendary relationship between the historic house of Courvoisier and Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, who famously chose Courvoisier as his preferred cognac, even taking several casks with him into exile on St. Helena. Courvoisier pioneered the 'Napoleon' cognac classification in the early 20th century to designate blends of exceptional age and quality. This commemorative bottling is crafted from highly select, mature eaux-de-vie primarily sourced from the prestigious Grande and Petite Champagne crus. Distilled in traditional copper Charentais alembic stills and aged in bespoke French oak casks, it showcases a majestic profile of dried apricots, rich sandalwood, warm spices, and a lingering, velvety finish that epitomizes the house's blending artistry.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in the early 19th century by Emmanuel Courvoisier and Louis Gallois in Paris before relocating to the historic riverside town of Jarnac in the Cognac region, Maison Courvoisier is celebrated as one of the legendary 'Big Four' Cognac houses. Renowned for receiving the royal endorsement of Emperor Napoleon III, the house crafts its distinguished spirits through meticulous partnerships with winegrowers across the premier crus of Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne, Borderies, and Fins Bois. Utilizing traditional Charentais copper pot stills and aging in bespoke French oak barrels sourced from sustainable forests, Courvoisier emphasizes an aromatic, fruit-forward, and floral style. Its celebrated portfolio spans from classic, velvety blends such as Courvoisier XO and Initiale Extra to ultra-prestige releases including L'Essence de Courvoisier and the artistic, highly collectible Erté series.
🍇 Base Ingredient
Ugni Blanc
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
4