L`Essence Year Of The Horse
⏳ Drinking Window
Ready to enjoy upon release, this exceptional spirit will maintain its peak quality indefinitely when stored upright and away from direct light.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
dark chocolate, blue cheese, roasted duck
✨ Technical Specifications
L'Essence de Courvoisier 'Year of the Horse' is an ultra-premium, limited-edition Cognac crafted to commemorate the 2014 Lunar New Year. This rare masterpiece is presented in a stunning, individually numbered Baccarat crystal decanter featuring an elegant horse motif. The liquid inside is an extraordinary assembly of extremely rare eaux-de-vie, some dating back to the early 20th century and the late 19th century, sourced from the prestigious Grande Champagne and Borderies crus. This blend pays homage to the historic legacy of Courvoisier, famously known as the 'Cognac of Napoleon.' It offers a sensory journey through notes of sandalwood, dried apricots, rich honey, and delicate autumn forest floor, resulting in an incredibly complex, velvety, and endless 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.
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
42%