Cour Imperiale
⏳ Drinking Window
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.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Dark chocolate, aged Gouda, roasted glazed duck
✨ Technical Specifications
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.
🍾 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)
40%