Napoleon
⏳ Drinking Window
Ready to enjoy upon release, this spirit does not improve with bottle age and will remain stable indefinitely when stored upright in a cool, dark place.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Dark chocolate, blue cheese, roasted nuts
✨ Technical Specifications
Courvoisier's 'Napoleon' Cognac holds a legendary place in spirits history, intimately tied to the legacy of Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte. According to historical accounts, Napoleon visited the warehouses of Courvoisier's founders in Bercy in 1811, and years later, British officers aboard the HMS Northumberland coined the term 'The Cognac of Napoleon' after enjoying the spirit during the emperor's journey to exile on St. Helena. To honor this heritage, Courvoisier pioneered the 'Napoleon' category, positioning this bottling between their VSOP and XO expressions. It is crafted from a meticulous selection of mature eaux-de-vie sourced primarily from the prestigious Grande and Petite Champagne crus. Aged in bespoke French oak casks, it develops a deeply complex profile characterized by notes of dried apricots, orange peel, sandalwood, and warm baking spices.
🍾 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%