Napoleon Bottled 1960s-1970s
⏳ Drinking Window
Ready to enjoy now. As a distilled spirit, it does not mature further in the bottle and will remain stable indefinitely if stored away from direct light and temperature fluctuations.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Dark chocolate desserts, mature blue cheese, roasted duck
✨ Technical Specifications
Courvoisier's connection to Napoleon Bonaparte is legendary, dating back to the early 19th century when the emperor reportedly took several casks of the cognac with him to his exile on St. Helena. This historic relationship led to the creation of the 'Napoleon' designation, a category Courvoisier pioneered. Bottled during the 1960s and 1970s, this specific release represents a classic era of cognac production. Housed in the iconic frosted green 'Josefine' bottle, it showcases spirits sourced from the premier crus of Cognac, primarily Grande and Petite Champagne, alongside Fins Bois and Borderies. Distilled in traditional copper alembic stills and aged in French oak casks from the Tronçais and Limousin forests, this vintage bottling offers a sensory time capsule, boasting rich notes of rancio, dried apricots, old leather, and warm spices that have mellowed beautifully over decades in glass.
🍾 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%