Erte No 5 Degustation
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Ready to enjoy now, with the potential to be kept indefinitely when stored upright in a cool, dark place.
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Dark chocolate, blue cheese, roasted nuts
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The Erté Collection from Courvoisier represents an extraordinary marriage of fine art and liquid history. Released in 1992, No. 5 'Dégustation' (Tasting) is part of a limited-edition series designed by the legendary Russian-born French Art Deco artist Erté. The decanter's striking visual design celebrates the sensory appreciation of cognac, depicting a stylized figure enjoying the spirit's aroma. Inside this artistic masterpiece lies an equally stunning blend of rare, ultra-aged eaux-de-vie sourced exclusively from the prestigious Grande Champagne district, with some components in this historic blend dating back to 1892, the year of Erté's birth. On the palate, it offers an incredibly complex and harmonious profile, characterized by rich notes of dried fruits, old leather, exotic spices, and the coveted rancio character typical of exceptionally old Cognac.
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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.