La Roche Courbon 220th Anniversary 1765 - 1985
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Fully matured and bottled at its peak; this historic release is ready to be savored now and will remain stable in the bottle for decades if stored in optimal conditions.
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Rich dark chocolate desserts, artisanal mature blue cheeses, and slow-roasted duck breast.
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Released in 1985 to commemorate the 220th anniversary of the founding of the house of Hennessy, this exceptionally rare Cognac pays tribute to the historic Château de la Roche Courbon, a breathtaking 15th-century castle in the Charente-Maritime region. Crafted from a meticulous selection of historic eaux-de-vie distilled primarily from Ugni Blanc grapes, this blend represents the pinnacle of the Fillioux family's blending legacy. The spirit underwent traditional double-distillation in copper Charentais alembic stills before spending decades maturing in seasoned Limousin French oak casks. The result is an incredibly complex, velvety spirit that weaves together rich notes of rancio, dried stone fruits, warm spices, and toasted oak, capturing a unique moment in Hennessy's storied history.
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Founded in 1765 by Irish officer Richard Hennessy in the historic town of Cognac, France, Hennessy has grown to become the world's most celebrated Cognac house. Headquartered on the banks of the Charente River along Rue de la Richonne, the house is renowned for its centuries-old blending heritage, famously guided by eight generations of master blenders from the Fillioux family. Utilizing traditional double-distillation in copper Charentais alembic stills, Hennessy ages its precious eaux-de-vie in French oak casks sourced from the Limousin forest to develop unparalleled complexity and depth. The estate's legendary portfolio is defined by iconic expressions such as the VSOP Privilège, the pioneering XO Cognac—a category first created by Maurice Hennessy in 1870—and the exquisite, ultra-premium Hennessy Paradis.