Louis XIII Black Pearl
⏳ Drinking Window
Ready to enjoy upon release, with the potential to be kept indefinitely when stored upright away from direct light.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Dark chocolate, cured Iberico ham, roasted duck
✨ Technical Specifications
Louis XIII Black Pearl is an extraordinary, ultra-limited masterpiece from the house of Rémy Martin, representing the absolute pinnacle of Cognac craftsmanship. The heritage of Louis XIII dates back to 1874, inspired by an ancient metal flask found on the historic battlefield of Jarnac. This rare Black Pearl edition is drawn from a single, century-old oak tierçon designated 'C-100-29', meticulously preserved in the family's private cellars. It is a complex blend of up to 1,200 distinct eaux-de-vie, sourced exclusively from the premier cru of Grande Champagne, where the chalky soils yield spirits of unparalleled aging potential and aromatic complexity. The precious liquid is presented in a breathtaking Baccarat crystal decanter, hand-crafted with a futuristic, metallic-black sheen that pays homage to the original metal flask.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1724 by winegrower Rémy Martin, Maison Rémy Martin stands as an essential pillar of Cognac viticulture and distillation history. Based in the town of Cognac within the Charente department, the house is renowned for crafting Fine Champagne Cognac, sourcing exclusively from the chalk-dominant, porous Cretaceous limestone soils of Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne. These dual premier crus yield exceptional acidity and aromatics, ideally suited for prolonged maturation. Distillation occurs traditionally on the fine lees in small copper Charentais pot stills, producing eaux-de-vie of notable depth, opulence, and structural longevity. Maturation takes place in fine-grained French Limousin oak casks, overseen today by Cellar Master Baptiste Loiseau. The estate and its partner cooperative, Alliance Fine Champagne, adhere to rigorous Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE Level 3) sustainable certifications. Celebrated benchmarks include the venerable Louis XIII, Rémy Martin XO, and 1738 Accord Royal, embodying layered notes of dried fruit, candied citrus, jasmine, and refined rancio.
🍇 Base Material
Ugni Blanc, Folle Blanche, Colombard
🍷 ABV
40%