Remy Martin XO Special Cognac (1000ml)

Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such may have some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product pictured.

To our knowledge, this is the same product as Remy's standard XO (which has since dropped the word 'Special' from its title). Composed of over 400 eaux-de-vie and aged up to 35 years, it's classified as a Fine Champagne Cognac with fruit sourced from the region's two best crus: 85% Grande Champagne and 15% Petite Champagne. Being a bottling from yesteryear and considering that Remy's output has grown around 50% in recent times, there's a good chance that the liquid inside is of a higher quality than current stocks.

Other reviews... With a deep amber hue and mellow vanilla aroma, this lush Cognac opens with cocoa powder, vanilla and dried cherry and fig. Hints of violet and clove dry to a walnut finish. 94 points - wineenthusiast.com

A Fine Champagne par excellence. Colour: Light mahogany. Nose: Candyfloss with marzipan and white chocolate overtones. Palate: There is an immediate pepperiness in this Cognac; early jasmine floral notes transform into cedar, walnut and Christmas pudding flavours with sweet, palm sugar and dates to lead a balanced and harmonious finish. Comment: Enjoy in front of an open fireplace, in a comfortable chair with a cigar. Alc/Vol: 40%
- Franz Scheurer, AGT Wine Magazine, Cognac Tasting 27th May 2005.