Erte No 5 Degustation
⏳ Drinking Window
Ready to enjoy now, with the potential to be kept indefinitely when stored upright in a cool, dark place.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Dark chocolate, blue cheese, roasted nuts
✨ Technical Specifications
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.
🍾 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%