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Visiting Hennessy While in Cognac
A trip to Cognac would not be complete without a visit to at least one of the big four cognac houses – Hennessy, Rémy Martin, Martell or Courvoisier.
About Hennessy
Hennessy, founded in 1765, is the largest Cognac house. Hennessy's eaux-de-vie are aged exclusively in french oak from either the Limousin or Tronçais forests.
Hennessy produces the best-selling cognac in the world, Hennessy VS (very special). The VS designation accounted for 50% of all cognac sales in...
Hennessy XO Review
Hennessy is the largest cognac house in the world. Founded by Irish immigrant Richard Hennessy, the House of Hennessy commands approximately 40% of the world cognac market. Hennessy produces a full range of quality products from its V.S. to Paradise cognacs. Hennessy is now owed by French luxury goods conglomerate Moet-Hennessy Louis Vuitton.
Hennessy is the clear cognac market leader in the category not because of lower prices but rather due to quality, marketing and...
Hennessy V.S. Review
Hennessy V.S.
Hennessy is the largest cognac house in the world. Founded by Irish immigrant Richard Hennessy in 1865, Hennessy commands approximately 40% of the world cognac market. Hennessy produces a full range of quality products from its VS to Paradise cognacs. Hennessy is now owed by French luxury goods conglomerate Moet-Hennessy Louis Vuitton.
According to the BNIC VS cognacs (aged at least two years in French oak barrels) account for nearly half of all...
Hennessy VS
When you think of cognac, Hennessy is likely one of the first brands that come to mind. As the largest cognac house in the world, Hennessy has been producing quality cognac since it was founded by Irish immigrant Richard Hennessy in 1865. Today, the brand commands approximately 40% of the world cognac market and produces a full range of quality products, from its VS to Paradise cognacs. Hennessy is now owned by French luxury...
Hennessy Marks Eight Generations of Master Blenders with Hennessy 8
Hennessy has released Hennessy 8 a cognac that pays tribute to the eight generations of Master Blenders at the prestigious Cognac house. Hennessy 8 is a joint creation of Master Blender Yann Fillioux and his protégé Renaud Fillioux who will take over for Monsieur Fillioux as Hennessy's Master Blender.
Just 250 hand blown Baccarat crystal carafes of Hennessy 8 will be made. Each carafe will be individually numbered and signed by Arik Levy, the designer...
The Rich History of Cognac Frapin and Its Two Unique Cellars
Cognac Frapin, is a renowned name in the world of fine spirits. It has a rich and storied history that spans over 750 years. Established in 1270 in the South-West of France, the Frapin family has been dedicated to the art of producing exceptional cognac for 21 generations. This family-owned estate in the heart of the Grande Champagne region of Cognac, France, is known for its commitment to quality, tradition, and innovation. One of...
Memory: LVMH Strong Second Quarter Results Driven By Hennessy Cognac
LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH), owner of the Hennessy cognac brand, reported their first half earnings late last week. Total LVMH first half of 2017 revenues were up 15% from the first half of 2016 and profits were up 23%, led primarily by a 34% increase in fashion and leather goods and a 21% increase in the wines and spirits. Hennessy volumes were up 16% in the first half based on "excellent performance...
Memory: LVMH Updates Investors on Potential Hennessy Shortage
Hennessy Cognac Sales Growth in U.S. Strains Supplies
Earlier this week LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH), a luxury brand conglomerate and owner of Hennessy cognacs, warned that due to significant increases in Hennessy sales, the availability of cognac stocks may be impacted for the rest of the year. The warning was part of LVMH's first quarter earnings release that reported record revenues of €9.9 billion in the first quarter of 2017, up 16% from...
Memory: Hennessy Names Renaud Fillioux de Gironde as its New Master Blender
Hennessy announced today that it had named Renaud Fillioux de Gironde as its New Master Blender. Monsieur Fillioux de Gironde will be the 8th generation Hennessy Master Blender. Renaud recently finishd his apprentice under his uncle, 7th generation Hennessy Master Blender, Yann Fillioux.
Renaud, a 39-year-old Cognac native, was the Winegrower Relations Manager at Hennessy and has studied under his uncle for the role of Master Blender for more than fifteen years. The Master Blender...
Memory: Hennessy Dominated Global Cognac Shipments in 2017
Global Hennessy Sales
Hennessy Dominates Global Cognac Shipments
Last month, we reported that Cognac shipments for the twelve month period from April 2017 to March 2018 hit a record of more than 200 million bottles. According to LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH), the owner of Hennessy Cognac, nearly half of those shipped bottles had a Hennessy label.
LVMH reported record 2017 results, including Hennessy Cognac sales of 90.8 million bottles. The luxury behemoth reported 2017 revenues...