Vintage Landed 1987 Bottled 2002
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Ready to enjoy upon release, this bottled spirit will remain in peak condition for several decades when stored upright away from direct light.
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Blue cheese, dark chocolate fondant, roasted duck
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Hine's 'Early Landed' Cognacs represent one of the most romantic and distinctive traditions in the spirits world. Originating from the premier cru of Grande Champagne, the young 1987 spirit was shipped in cask to the United Kingdom in 1989 to age in the damp, cool, and remarkably stable maritime cellars of Bristol. This unique aging environment dramatically alters the maturation process compared to the warmer, drier cellars of Jarnac. In the high humidity of England, the casks lose more alcohol than water, resulting in a slow, gentle maturation that preserves the delicate, ethereal floral notes and orchard fruit characteristics of the distillate, while minimizing heavy oak influence. Bottled in 2002, this vintage captures a precise moment of refined elegance, showcasing the historical synergy between French terroir and British cellaring tradition.
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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.