Louis XIII Rare Cask 42.1
⏳ Drinking Window
As a fully matured, ultra-premium spirit, this Cognac does not evolve further in the bottle and is ready to be savored immediately upon release. Once opened, it can be meticulously enjoyed over several years if stored in a cool, dark place.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Premium dark chocolate, cured Jamón Ibérico, and aged blue or hard cheeses.
✨ Technical Specifications
Louis XIII Rare Cask 42.1 is an extraordinary, ultra-premium Cognac crafted by the historic house of Rémy Martin. Originating exclusively from the premier cru of the Cognac region, Grande Champagne, this rare release is defined by its chalky soils which yield eaux-de-vie of unmatched aging potential. Discovered by Cellar Master Baptiste Loiseau, this single, exceptional tierçon (ancient oak cask) revealed a unique aromatic profile and an unexpected alcohol strength of 42.1%. Louis XIII itself is a legendary blend of up to 1,200 individual eaux-de-vie, some over a century old, matured in historic French oak barrels. The Rare Cask 42.1 represents a singular moment in time, a natural marvel of patience and heritage, presented in a magnificent black Baccarat crystal decanter that pays homage to a metal flask found on the battlefield of Jarnac in 1569.
🍾 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.