21YO Bottled
⏳ Drinking Window & Cellar Guidance
Ready to enjoy upon release. Unlike wine, bottled Cognac does not mature further in glass and will remain stable for decades if stored upright and away from direct sunlight.
🍽️ Culinary Pairings
dark chocolate, blue cheese, roasted duck
✨ Technical Specifications
Hine's 21-Year-Old expression represents an extraordinary departure from traditional Cognac classifications like XO, opting instead for a precise age statement that highlights over two decades of patient maturation. Sourced from the chalky, sun-drenched hills of Grande Champagne—the premier cru of Cognac—this spirit is crafted primarily from Ugni Blanc grapes. The house of Hine, founded by Englishman Thomas Hine in Jarnac, is celebrated for its delicate, floral style, achieved through light lees distillation and aging in fine-grained French oak casks. This 21-year-old bottling showcases the exquisite transition of primary fruit into complex tertiary notes of rancio, dried apricots, and sweet spices, embodying the historic craftsmanship and British-French heritage of this legendary house.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1763 and later named in 1817 by Englishman Thomas Hine, Maison Hine is an esteemed Cognac house situated along the banks of the Charente River in Jarnac, France. Holding a distinguished Royal Warrant from Queen Elizabeth II since 1962, the house is celebrated for its artisanal philosophy and dedicated focus on the premier terroirs of Grande and Petite Champagne. Hine is uniquely renowned for its mastery of single-vintage cognacs, including both classic Jarnac-aged releases and rare Early Landed casks matured in the damp, cool cellars of the United Kingdom. Emphasizing elegance, delicate floral aromatics, and minimal oak influence, the maison produces legendary expressions such as Antique XO Premier Cru, Triomphe, and single-harvest Bonneuil vintages.