Vintage Ealry Landed 1974 Bottled 1990
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Ready to enjoy upon bottling; will remain in peak condition indefinitely when stored upright away from direct light.
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Dark chocolate desserts, blue cheese, roasted duck
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The tradition of 'Early Landed' Cognac is one of the most fascinating chapters in spirits history, pioneered by the historic house of Hine. This 1974 vintage represents a unique cross-border maturation process: shortly after distillation in France, the young spirit was shipped in oak casks to the damp, cool, and remarkably stable cellars of Bristol, England. The high humidity and lower temperatures of these maritime cellars slow down the evaporation of alcohol while allowing the volume to decrease, yielding a Cognac of unparalleled delicacy, pale color, and exquisite floral complexity. Bottled in 1990, this expression showcases the pristine terroir of Grande Champagne, offering notes of candied citrus, orange blossom, and soft spices, free from the heavy, dry oak tannins often acquired in warmer French cellars.
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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.