Tribute to Picasso
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Bottled at its peak of maturity, this exceptional Cognac is ready to be savored immediately and will remain in pristine condition for decades after opening if stored properly.
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Rich dark chocolate, aged Gouda or blue cheeses, and roasted glazed figs.
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The Hennessy Tribute to Picasso is an extraordinary, highly limited release that bridges the worlds of fine art and master distillation. Created to honor the legacy of Pablo Picasso, this ultra-rare Cognac is composed of exceptionally old eaux-de-vie drawn from the deepest recesses of Hennessy's historic Founder's Cellar, the Chai Paradis. The blend is crafted primarily from Ugni Blanc grapes cultivated in the chalky soils of Cognac's most prestigious crus, particularly Grande Champagne. Following traditional double-distillation in copper Charentais alembic stills, these precious spirits were aged for decades in Limousin forest oak casks. The result is a liquid masterpiece of profound complexity, displaying a deep amber hue, a rich 'rancio' character, and layered aromas of dried apricots, old leather, sweet spices, and cocoa, reflecting the creative genius of both the artist and the Fillioux family of master blenders.
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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.