Vieille Vintage
⏳ Drinking Window
Ready to enjoy upon release, this exceptional spirit will remain stable and can be savored over several decades.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
dark chocolate, blue cheese, glazed pork belly
✨ Technical Specifications
Hine's vintage Cognac releases, often referred to as Vieille Vintage, represent the pinnacle of single-year spirit craftsmanship in a region traditionally dominated by multi-vintage blends. The house of Hine holds a legendary status as one of the few producers permitted to bottle single-vintage Cognacs, a testament to their meticulous record-keeping and strict adherence to French regulations. Sourced primarily from the chalky, premier cru soils of Grande Champagne, these spirits are crafted from grapes harvested in a single exceptional year. After double-distillation in traditional Charentais copper alembic stills, the spirit is aged in French oak casks. A unique aspect of Hine's heritage is their 'Early Landed' tradition, where select vintage casks are shipped to Bristol, England, to mature in damp, cool maritime cellars, resulting in an exceptionally delicate, floral, and refined profile compared to the richer, spicier counterparts aged in the warmer cellars of Jarnac.
🍾 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.
🍇 Base Ingredient
Ugni Blanc
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
40%