Fine Champagne Excellence XO
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Ready to enjoy upon release and will remain in peak condition indefinitely when stored upright.
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Dark chocolate tart, aged Gouda or Parmesan cheese, roasted glazed duck
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First introduced in 1981, Rémy Martin XO Excellence is a masterful tribute to the prestigious Fine Champagne terroir. By law, Fine Champagne Cognac must blend eaux-de-vie exclusively from the region's two premier crus, Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne, with at least half coming from the former. The chalky soils of these historic crus yield grapes of exceptional acidity and finesse, which are double-distilled on the lees in traditional copper stills. Aged in toasted Limousin oak casks for up to several decades, this complex spirit weaves a rich narrative of candied orange, dried figs, jasmine, and warm baking spices, culminating in the highly prized, earthy 'rancio' character that only comes with extensive maturation.
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Founded in 1724 by the French winegrower of the same name, Rémy Martin is one of the oldest and most prestigious Cognac houses, based in the historic town of Cognac, France. The house is uniquely celebrated for its exclusive focus on Cognac Fine Champagne, sourcing grapes solely from the prestigious Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne crus to craft spirits of exceptional aging potential. Utilizing traditional double distillation on the lees in small copper pot stills, Rémy Martin ages its eaux-de-vie in toasted Limousin oak casks to develop its signature rich, aromatic profile. This meticulous craftsmanship culminates in world-renowned masterpieces, ranging from their classic VSOP and XO expressions to the legendary, ultra-premium Louis XIII.