Vintage Early Landed Bottled 2023
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Ready to enjoy upon release, and will remain in peak condition indefinitely when stored upright in a cool, dark place.
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Blue cheese, dark chocolate, smoked salmon
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Hine's 'Early Landed' Cognacs represent one of the most poetic and unusual traditions in the spirits world. Shortly after distillation in Jarnac, selected casks of single-vintage Grande Champagne Cognac are shipped across the English Channel to age in the damp, cool, and drafty cellars of Bristol, England. This maritime microclimate, characterized by high humidity and steady, low temperatures, drastically alters the aging process compared to the dry cellars of Cognac. Under these conditions, the evaporation of alcohol exceeds that of water, resulting in a spirit of remarkable delicacy, lighter wood integration, and an exceptionally floral, orange-blossom, and honeyed profile. The 2023 bottling of this historic style showcases the exquisite harmony of French terroir and English aging heritage.
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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.