The hennessy xo is a blend of more than a hundred different eauxdevie between 10 to 70 years old. It smells like vanilla and is does not have the burn like vs does. The original extraold cognac, first bottled in 1870 by maurice hennessy for family and friends. An intimate dialogue between the artists and hennessy began, for a rich and exciting cultural exchange, resulting in a series of 7 works of art, as 7 original. Did you know that the founder of hennessy was actually an irishman. I also have the best creators that i could ask for. Opus 140th year anniversary, magnificence, iridescence and odyssey. Darker and much more complex than the vsop, with appealing leather and tobacco notes and a touch of spice a great cigar cognac. Hennessy will never expire as long as the cork in the bottle is secure, not allowing any air to enter the bottle. Limited edition hennessy odyssey xo and vsop helios cognacs. It is created from 100 eauxdevie with some being aged for 30 years hence why it is an extra old cognac. P in 1818 at the request of the prince of wales and future king george iv of great britain. Hennessy cognac is considered one of the more relevant brandies in the world.
Hennessys new arik levy odyssey hennessy xo limited. Nov 29, 2017 visitors can purchase a bottle of hennessy x. The wine produced is then double distilled in the hennessy copper pot still, and the selected eauxdevie is set down to age in french oak casks. It is so much smoother, and has a very different taste. Richard hennessy was an irish aristocrat who moved to france in the mid18th century, served 12 years in the french army to gain his citizenship, and then opened his distillery in 1765. Its intense and deep amber color is a sign of its strength. His price is close about 285 euros and then additional for shipping. The hennessy xo exclusive collection, called odyssey is the 4th odyssey edition, somehow the industry and consumers even expect hennessy to launch it every year. A rich, spicy, complex and truly historical cognac, destined to be had alongside a cigar. Hennessy has released a short film by legendary director ridley scott. Dec 17, 2007 the vo is stored at least 2 years in cask, the vsop 4 years, the xo a minimum of 6 years. The eauxdevie are aged for a minimum of 10 years in mainly french oak barrels.
I want a bottle also but i am trying to find one in the us first. Blended using eauxdevie from cognac s top 4 regions. Working on the idea that each drop of hennessy xo is an odyssey, the oscar. A limited edition bottling of hennessy xo, with a rather handsome presentation box. The highlight of the visit is the chance to discover how hennessy x. O combines the spicy aromas of oak and leather with the sweeter essences of flowers and ripe fruit. Hennessy vs cognac and shaker giftset spirits by post. The odyssey campaign spots by nicolas winding refn were produced in 15, 30, 60 and 98second versions and are accompanied by a sevenvisual print advertising campaign and additional support in the form of a digital immersive experience, an animated visual and a 360 makingof. O during a multisensory tour on both sides of the charente river. Manny coto, the shows creator, has been fairly tightlipped about his plans and still has a fervent belief that he may be able. In every sip, a new discovery each sensation reveals a new chapter, a story to be shared. Since 2007, the famous cognac brand has been celebrating the new year with a limited edition xo cognac, and this years its odyssey xo this is a unique blend. Italian veal fillet poached in milk and lightly grilled foie gras. Hennessy xo is aged from 40100 years whereas hennessy vs is aged for 4 years.
Complementing the idea that each drop of hennessy x. Hennessy xo is the perfect cognac for being enjoyed neat, which can be primarily accredited to its unforgettable aromas. I know of someone in france that can but it is expensive. Each batch of wine is doubledistilled to achieve the. Absorbing tannins from the wood, the cognac develops a uniquely satisfying character that is robust and rich, with incredible persistence. Hennessy xo extra old exclusive collection, xo grande champagne. O stayed top of mind during a cluttered season, we brought a reimagined cognac experience to todays premium spirits consumers. This months what could have been is brought to you by special request a while ago, actually, but i wanted to cover odyssey 5 in a primer first. O is blended from more than 100 eauxdevie specially selected from the four first growing areas. Hennessy simple english wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. The hennessy xo magnificence was released in 2008 and started off the xo collection line and since then 5 bottles should have been released. This 2016 clio awards shortlisted entry titled each drop of hennessy x.
Cognac is a brandy made from the grapes grown in the cognac region of france, thus its name. Limited edition hennessy odyssey xo and vsop helios. While it is going to delight your nostrils with the scents of ripe fruit, spices and wood, it is going to astonish your palate with its intense flavour consisting of wood, tender fruit aromas, caramel and vanilla. An old bottling of hennessy s stunning and world famous xo cognac. Being eic for the hagerstown community has opened up my mind to different writing styles and made me a better writer. American odyssey season 1 episode 1 rotten tomatoes. Remy martin xo and hennessy xo cognacs, macallan 18 whisky, don julio 1942 tequila in. Founded by irish immigrant richard hennessy, the house of hennessy commands approximately 40% of the world cognac market. Maurice hennessy in 1870 for personal use for his family and friends. Fun fact the term xo was created for the hennessy xo by maurice hennessy in the 19th century. This blend is composed of over 100 eauxdevie from the grande and petite champagne, borderies and fins bois regions. 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. O celebrates the legendary silk road, by inviting in his home city, 7 artists to discover the creation and savoirfaire of hennessy x.
The origins of the age denotation extra old in fact date back to the hennessy maison, when master blender maurice coined this english term in 1870 in accordance with its strong connection to foreign countries, such as the us and great. The luxury cognac brand, hennessey celebrates the start of the new year by launching two limited edition products hennessy odyssey xo and vsop helios cognacs. By procuring hennessy xo 1,5l you will not only receive the brands flagship in a lavish 1. We estimate this was bottled in the 1980s for hong kong duty free market. Hennessy product placement page 1 of 1 product placement blog. Containing layered flavours such as sweet notes, rising heat, spicy edge, flowing flames, chocolate lull and wood crunches, this crafted cognac offers an unparalleled experience that leaves a lasting impression an infinite echo. Hennessy xo 40% 1l giftpack xo is rich, fullbodied, complex. London was where henry goldings restless spirit and innate curiosity led him to open his own doors and create his own opportunities.
A special white bottle of hennessys excellent xo cognac with a set of two glasses from baccarat designer thomas bastide. Jan 12, 2011 hennessy actually takes this really seriously and launches a xo limited edition every year, at the beginning of the new year this has been going on since 2007. The company was founded in 1765 by richard hennessy who was an irish officer in. Hennessy cognac in city on a hill season 1, episode 7 2019. Hennessy produces a full range of quality products from its v.
I find the hennessy xo cognac more masculine than other xos and goes well with red meat. The hennessy xo cognac is created from the ugni blanc grapes which have been harvested from the four great crus of the cognac region. The company sells more than 50 million bottles a year worldwide. As it turns out, odyssey 5 doesnt have a whole lot of information out there on how it wouldve progressed. Feb 28, 2008 hennessy cognac is considered one of the more relevant brandies in the world. After learning about the history and the craft of the brand and its contemporary surroundings, appreciate the art of ageing eauxdevie in an authentic working cellar. O were aged for a long time some for 30 years to give an unparalleled robustness. Hennessy xo limited edition thesophisticatedcollector.
The result perfectly depicts the spirit of the campaigns storyline, each drop of hennessy x. Hennessy xo was created in 1870 by hennessy for the personal use of mr. Apr 22, 2010 hennessys xo is, of course, a safe choice hennessy cognac is the largest cognac trading house in the world, and it goes without saying that they know what theyre doing. Hennessy xo is the highest priced of the big four cognac houses xo offerings priced about 25% higher than courvoisier xo. Hennessys new arik levy odyssey hennessy xo limited edition. The talents of seven generations of cellarmasters from the fillioux family have enabled. Each batch of wine is doubledistilled to achieve the most flavorful, elegant eauxdevie possible. Prepare to be taken on an epic journey exploring each and every one of your senses, with the hennessy xo extra old cognac. Odelle ballard anna friel stumbles upon incriminating computer files, only to become the sole survivor of an attack on her unit, in the series premiere of. Since 2007, the famous cognac brand has been celebrating the new year with a limited edition xo cognac, and this years its odyssey xo this is a unique blend created especially for this occasion, not. The cognacs by hennessy are considered by many to be among the best in the world and imagining the spirits scene without them is virtually impossible. An old bottling of hennessys stunning and world famous xo cognac. Hennessy odyssey cognac prices, stores, tasting notes.