Vintage Premier Cru
⏳ Drinking Window
Bottled only when it has reached absolute maturity in the barrel, this exceptional vintage Cognac does not improve with further bottle aging and is ready to be enjoyed immediately upon release, remaining stable for decades if stored properly.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Rich dark chocolate desserts, artisanal blue cheeses, and slow-cooked duck confit.
✨ Technical Specifications
Founded in 1724 by a visionary winegrower, the house of Remy Martin carries a legacy of royal recognition, notably receiving the Accord Royal from King Louis XV in 1738. The Vintage Premier Cru is a rare testament to this heritage, sourced exclusively from the chalky, sun-drenched soils of Grande Champagne, the undisputed premier cru of the Cognac region. Crafted primarily from Ugni Blanc grapes, the spirit undergoes traditional double distillation on the lees in small copper Charentais stills, a meticulous process that imparts unparalleled depth and texture. The resulting eaux-de-vie are then cradled for decades in toasted Limousin oak casks, absorbing rich tannins and developing a complex tapestry of dried fruits, floral notes, and warm spices.
🍾 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.