Erte No 6 Esprit
⏳ Drinking Window
Ready to enjoy now; as a distilled spirit, it does not age further in the bottle and will remain stable for decades if stored properly.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Dark chocolate truffles, Roquefort cheese, roasted duck
✨ Technical Specifications
The Erté Collection by Courvoisier represents an extraordinary marriage of fine art and master blending. Launched in collaboration with the legendary Russian-born French Art Deco artist Erté (Romain de Tirtoff), this highly collectible series features eight unique decanters. No. 6, titled 'L'Esprit du Cognac' (or 'Esprit'), represents the very soul of the spirit, adorned with a striking silhouette that captures the essence of cognac. Inside is an exquisite blend of rare, mature Grande Champagne cognacs, with some components dating back to 1892, the year of Erté's birth. This liquid history offers unparalleled depth, showcasing the pinnacle of Courvoisier's blending artistry with notes of old leather, dried fruits, exotic spices, and the coveted rancio Charentais.
🍾 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%