Fine Champagne Perfection Extra
⏳ Drinking Window
Ready to enjoy upon release; will remain in peak condition indefinitely when stored properly.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Dark chocolate tart, Aged Gouda cheese, Foie gras
✨ Technical Specifications
Rémy Martin's Extra category represents the pinnacle of the house's blending art, drawing exclusively from the prestigious Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne crus of the Cognac region. This Fine Champagne Cognac is crafted from eaux-de-vie aged far beyond the minimum requirements for XO, with some components resting in Limousin oak casks for up to several decades. The traditional double distillation on the lees in small copper pot stills preserves the intense fruitiness and floral character of the grapes, which slowly evolves over time into a complex tapestry of rancio, dried apricots, leather, and sweet spices. This expression showcases the historic house's dedication to terroir and patience, offering a sensory journey through the chalky soils of Cognac's finest vineyards.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1724 by young French winegrower Rémy Martin in the Charente region, Maison Rémy Martin stands as one of the world's most venerable and acclaimed Cognac houses. Rooted in an uncompromising commitment to terroir, the house exclusively produces Cognac Fine Champagne, sourcing its grapes solely from the prestigious chalky soils of Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne. Through traditional distillation on the lees in small copper pot stills and meticulous aging in French Limousin oak casks, Rémy Martin crafts spirits of exceptional aromatic depth, harmony, and longevity. The estate's illustrious portfolio spans from its benchmark VSOP and richly layered XO to the world-renowned, ultra-prestige Louis XIII, celebrated globally as a pinnacle of luxury and spirits craftsmanship.
🍇 Base Ingredient
Ugni Blanc, Colombard, Folle Blanche
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
40%