Cour Imperiale
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As a fully matured, high-strength distilled spirit, it is ready to enjoy upon release and will remain in peak condition indefinitely when stored upright away from direct light and heat.
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Dark chocolate, aged Gouda, roasted glazed duck
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Courvoisier's 'Cour Imperiale' is a magnificent tribute to the house's historic ties with the French Imperial Court. In 1869, Emperor Napoleon III appointed Courvoisier as the 'Official Supplier to the Imperial Court,' a prestigious title that cemented the house's global reputation. Crafted primarily from exceptionally rare and aged eaux-de-vie sourced from the prestigious Grande Champagne region, this historic Cognac showcases the pinnacle of the master blender's art. The spirit is distilled in traditional Charentais copper alembic stills and matured in hand-selected French oak casks. It offers a sensory journey back to the golden age of Cognac, characterized by deep amber hues, complex aromas of dried fruits, old leather, winter spices, and a remarkably long, warm finish.
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Established in 1828 by Félix Courvoisier and Jules Gallois, Courvoisier is a legendary Cognac house headquartered in Jarnac, France, renowned for its rich heritage and historic association with Napoleon Bonaparte. The house meticulously crafts its spirits by sourcing grapes from the region's finest crus—Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne, Borderies, and Fins Bois—and employing traditional double distillation in Charentais copper alembic stills. Aged in bespoke French oak casks sourced from the Tronçais and Limousin forests, Courvoisier's cognacs are celebrated for their exceptional complexity, vibrant floral notes, and smooth finish. This rigorous dedication to quality is epitomized in prestigious releases such as the XO, Initiale Extra, and the highly collectible Erté Collection.