Imperial XO
⏳ Drinking Window
Ready to enjoy upon release and will remain stable indefinitely in the bottle; best consumed within 1 to 2 years after opening.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
dark chocolate desserts, aged Gouda cheese, roasted duck
✨ Technical Specifications
Courvoisier Imperial XO is a legendary Cognac crafted from a meticulous blend of mature eaux-de-vie sourced from the finest crus of the region, primarily Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne, and Borderies. Aged between 11 to 25 years in proprietary French oak casks, this XO is celebrated for its intense complexity, featuring notes of candied orange, crème brûlée, and iris flowers. The house of Courvoisier carries a storied legacy, famously tied to Napoleon Bonaparte, who visited the founders' cellars in 1811 and later requested their cognac during his exile to St. Helena, earning Courvoisier the enduring title of 'The Cognac of Napoleon'.
🍾 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%