Hardy L’Ete Lalique Cognac Grande Champagne

Detailed Description

Hardy L‚ÄôEte Cognac is the summer edition in a series of four crystal decanters, all produced in collaboration with Lalique crystal, who are also responsible for the exquisite design. The decanter, entitled L’Ete contains a blend of Grande Champagne cognac dating back to the 1920‚Äôs. Designed to resemble a perfume bottle and packaged in a white leather case, the decanter is topped with a sculpted amber colored crystal stopper inspired by Rene Lalique‚Äôs original design. Only 400 units for this crystal piece of jewellery.

Hardy L’Ete Lalique Cognac Grande Champagne Tasting Notes

Nose: Unmistakable nose of a high quality old cognac, evoking sweet aromas of honey and apricot that give way to touches of cinnamon.

Palate: Smooth, soft, yet intense palate.

Finish: Extremely long finish.

Distillery Information

Maison Hardy owes its name to an authentic English gentleman, Anthony Hardy. Like any conscientious wine and spirit merchant, Hardy liked to get out of London as often as he could and head down to Charente to check on the progress of the finest Cognac crus. He finally succumbed to the region’s charms in 1863, relocating permanently and founding Maison Hardy. As a mark of his great affection for France and the French, he went so far as to adopt the Gallic form of his Christian name, henceforth being known as Antoine Hardy. He also adopted the iconic French cockerel as the emblem of his new company.