Courvoisier XO Cognac is the pinnacle of elegance, a perfect harmony between power, smoothness, and time. Originally crafted to showcase the depth of the house’s finest aged eaux-de-vie, it represents the spirit of Napoleonic grandeur. This vintage bottling embodies everything Courvoisier stands for, complexity, warmth, and a finish that whispers of history.
Courvoisier XO Cognac (Vintage Bottling)
Brand: Courvoisier | Category: Cognac | ABV: 40% | Origin: Cognac, France
Tasting Profile:
Nose: Deep and inviting with aromas of candied orange, iris, and vanilla wrapped in warm oak and spice.
Palate: Lush and velvety, unfolding layers of fig, toffee, and crème brûlée with gentle notes of leather and roasted almond.
Finish: Exceptionally long, rich, and elegant, fading into soft tones of cocoa and fruit compote.
Production Details:
Courvoisier XO is a blend of meticulously aged eaux-de-vie from Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne, and Borderies, regions famed for finesse and aromatic intensity. Each component is matured in fine French oak for up to 35 years, ensuring harmony and balance. This vintage bottling reflects a traditional era of craftsmanship, when every cask was hand-selected for depth and character.
Perfect For:
Perfect for grand celebrations or moments of refined solitude. It’s a Cognac that feels at home in a crystal glass, savored slowly under soft light, made for those who appreciate quiet confidence and timeless luxury.
Expert Notes:
Courvoisier XO is acclaimed for its richness and precision, often praised as one of the most balanced XO expressions in Cognac. Experts describe it as “a study in texture,” admired for how seamlessly sweetness, spice, and oak intertwine.
Customer Reviews:
“Luxurious, deep, and impossibly smooth, the definition of refinement.”
“You can taste the craftsmanship in every drop. Bold yet graceful.”
“This vintage bottling is pure art, layered, elegant, unforgettable.”
Interesting Fact:
Courvoisier was reputedly the favorite Cognac of Emperor Napoleon, earning it the title “Le Cognac de Napoléon.” To this day, the brand’s emblem bears the emperor’s silhouette, a tribute to its royal legacy.
Serving Suggestions:
Best enjoyed neat in a tulip glass to appreciate its full aromatic depth. Let it breathe before sipping, time reveals hidden notes of fruit and spice. It pairs beautifully with dark chocolate, roasted nuts, or a well-aged cigar.
Distillery Background:
Founded in 1828 in Jarnac, Maison Courvoisier remains one of the four great Cognac houses. The brand’s philosophy combines French artistry with an obsession for quality and balance. The XO (Vintage Bottling) represents the culmination of that vision, rich, sophisticated, and enduringly timeless.
