The term XO was coined for this very Cognac by Maurice Hennessy in the 19th century, and it was first bottled in 1870 for family and friends. This blend is composed of over 100 eaux-de-vie from the Grande and Petite Champagne, Borderies and Fins Bois regions. A rich, spicy, complex and truly historical Cognac, destined to be had alongside a cigar.
A rich, fruity palate with prunes, Corinth raisins and sticky toffee pudding.
Dark chocolate and over-ripe plums. A little sultana character, cocoa butter and spice.
Spicy, vanilla-led finish with all kinds of dark fruits.
Was: £222.90Now: £217.90
Whom ever compared this to the dom perignon of cognacs obviously has no idea what he is on about. I have tried the other cognacs he has mentioned and are like paint/throat stripper in comparrison. Do not be put off by ignorance. This is like velvet and far more complex than most on the market.
Color:deep amber, Nose:honey, raisiny, appricots, dates Taste: sweet, honey, rose water, appricot and orange on back side. Finish: medium dry, silky rich
Does not compare well to B. de Gensac VSOP or Martell of the same age or even Remy, if you are into run of the mill Cognacs. The nose is woody with some recessed sweetness , but overall a very weak nose for any Cognac. Taste is exactly the same as a nose, woody with some fruit. No complexity no power just a below average Cognac that has been marketed very well indeed. My comparison to DP is due to the same effect DP brand has on average consumer. If it is (.....insert the commercial brand....) it must be drink of rich and famous= good. Guess again. Hennessy XO is a total let down, especially at the retail price. Try D. Bouju, Audry, Thorin or Tesseron instead.
I have tried this bottle and I would like to say AMAZING I wish I just had that kind of money to buy one for myself.
very strong powerful aroma and also bold in taste, enjoyable
