Courvoisier XO Year of the Rat Limited Edition Cognac

Detailed Description

One of the most coveted Cognac producers worldwide have become particularly famous for their exquisite spirit, the Courvoisier Extra Old Cognac. Widely recognized as one of the best XO Cognacs in the world, it is a truly complex structure of eaux-de-vie. Courvoisier have truly selected the finest eaux-de-vie from revered terroirs to create the Courvoisier XO. They have chosen the Grande and Petite Champagne to give the liquid elegance and deep flavors due to the chalkiness of the soil, and the smallest Borderies region due to its profound complexity and rarity. Find out more on our blog about why the inclusion of the Borderies cru is so highly desired in a fine Cognac. The result is a rich and rounded spirit; it is voluptuous and decadent with many layers to experience.

Courvoisier XO Year of the Rat Limited Edition Cognac Tasting Notes

Nose: Apricot, toasted brown sugar, cacao nibs.

Palate: Oak-y elements take shape on the palate, with a touch of fresh violet petal and strawberry.

Finish: Rounded orange, old oak and worn leather.

Distillery Information

Founded in 1809. Emmanuel Courvoisier and Louis Gallois originally established the Wine and Spirits company in Paris, but wanting to improve the quality of their Cognac, they moved the company to the heart of the Cognac region, to Jarnac.