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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...
Video: Bache Gabrielsen Cognac Provides Exclusive Tour & Interview to Cognac.com
Mirielle Chopin-Pascaud of Bache Gabrielsen provided Cognac.com with an exclusive tour and discussion about their various Cognac brands, their history, and their process. She discusses how they work in partnership with the BNIC to ensure the highest quality of their Cognac. She provides and exclusive view and discussion of their Paradis as well as the entire aging process. Bache Gabrielsen is a very large distributor of Cognac to Norway giving their founding families ties...
LOUIS XIII Miniature – The Perfect Gift
Often described as the ultimate cognac experience, LOUIS XIII Cognac is considered to be the Holy Grail of cognac, desired for its opulence and classic crystal decanter packaging. For many cognac aficionados, the LOUIS XIII experience had been out of reach as the price of a 750 ml crystal decanter of this cognac perfection sells for around $3,500 - $4,000.
A Taste of LOUIS XIII via Louis XIII Miniature
In early 2016, Rémy Martin, the...
The Master Blender: The Art and Science Behind Cognac Production
Cognac is a world-renowned spirit known for its rich history and exquisite taste. But what makes this drink so special? The answer lies in the hands of the Master Blender, an integral component of the cognac production process. Let's examine the role of the Master Blender and how they contribute to the creation of this exceptional spirit.
What is a Master Blender?A Master Blender is an expert in the art and science of blending different...