Vintage
⏳ Drinking Window
Ready to enjoy upon release, as bottled spirits do not mature further in glass, and will remain in peak condition for decades if stored properly.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
dark chocolate, blue cheese, foie gras
✨ Technical Specifications
Hine's Vintage Cognacs represent the pinnacle of the house's terroir-focused philosophy, showcasing exceptional single years exclusively from the premier cru of Grande Champagne. Uniquely in the Cognac region, Hine maintains the historic tradition of dividing its vintage casks into two distinct destinies: some remain in Jarnac to mature in dry, warm cellars, developing rich, spicy, and structured profiles, while others are shipped to Bristol, England, as 'Early Landed' Cognacs. These 'Early Landed' casks age in cool, high-humidity maritime cellars, yielding an incredibly delicate, pale, and floral spirit with signature notes of candied citrus and orange blossom. This dual-aging heritage reflects a centuries-old connection between French distillation and British connoisseurship, preserving a style favored by royal courts.
🍾 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%