250th Anniversary Limited Edition
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As an exceptionally rare, fully matured prestige Cognac, it is bottled at its absolute peak of complexity and will remain in pristine condition indefinitely if stored properly.
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Dark chocolate desserts, artisanal blue cheese, or a fine hand-rolled cigar
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To celebrate its landmark 250th anniversary in 2013, the historic house of Hine released an exceptional, ultra-rare single-vintage Cognac from the legendary 1953 harvest. This year holds immense historical significance, marking not only an exceptional growing season in the premier cru of Grande Champagne but also the coronation year of Queen Elizabeth II—a fitting tribute for the only Cognac house to hold a Royal Warrant. Kept undisturbed in the family's private cellars in Jarnac, this liquid gold matured for six decades under the watchful eyes of successive generations of cellar masters. To match the liquid's majesty, it was presented in an exquisite Baccarat crystal decanter designed by the legendary French designer Andrée Putman, evoking a rough-cut gemstone. It stands as a monument to Hine's dedication to vintage-specific, terroir-driven craftsmanship.
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Established in Jarnac in 1763 and renamed Thomas Hine & Co. in 1817, Hine is one of the oldest and most prestigious houses in Cognac, France, celebrated for its exquisite, terroir-driven spirits. Situated along the banks of the Charente River at 16 Quai de l'Orangerie, 16200 Jarnac, the house is globally renowned for its exceptional single-vintage Cognacs, sourced predominantly from the premier crus of Grande and Petite Champagne. Hine's signature production philosophy includes the rare tradition of 'Early Landed' vintages, which are shipped to the United Kingdom to age in the damp, cool cellars of Bristol, resulting in remarkably delicate and floral profiles. Today, Hine continues to craft legendary expressions such as the Antique Premier Cru XO, Triomphe, and the single-estate Domaines Hine Bonneuil, maintaining an uncompromising standard of elegance that has earned them a Royal Warrant from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Discover more at https://www.hinecognac.com.