Spirit of Travel Hong Kong XO
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As a fully matured XO Cognac, it is bottled at its peak complexity and does not improve with bottle age. It is ready to be enjoyed immediately upon release and will remain in perfect condition indefinitely when stored upright in a cool, dark place.
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Peking duck with hoisin sauce, rich dark chocolate tart, or mature blue cheeses such as Roquefort.
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The Hennessy Spirit of Travel Hong Kong XO is a rare, travel-exclusive edition that celebrates the historic connection between the legendary Cognac house and the vibrant metropolis of Hong Kong. Originally created in 1870 by Maurice Hennessy for his personal circle, the XO blend is a masterpiece of complexity, combining over 100 eaux-de-vie primarily crafted from Ugni Blanc grapes sourced from Cognac's premier crus, including Grande and Petite Champagne. These components are aged for up to several decades in French Limousin oak casks, developing a deep amber hue and a rich, multi-layered profile of dried fruits, sweet spices, and leather. This special bottling pays homage to the spirit of adventure and global trade that carried Hennessy across the oceans to Asia, where it became an enduring symbol of luxury and celebration.
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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.