Martell

Martell Cognac, founded in 1715 by Jean Martell, a young merchant from Jersey, stands as one of the oldest and most prestigious cognac houses, rooted in the Charente region of France. Renowned for its smooth, refined style, Martell sources eaux-de-vie primarily from the Borderies terroir—its smallest and most prized cru—distilled without lees in copper stills to enhance floral and fruity notes, then aged in fine-grained Tronçais oak barrels. Its iconic range spans the vibrant VS, the silky VSOP, and the complex XO, with signature releases like Martell Cordon Bleu, launched in 1912, offering candied fruit and gingerbread depth that’s become a global benchmark. Now under Pernod Ricard since 2001, Martell blends three centuries of savoir-faire with innovation, as seen in its eco-conscious bottle redesigns and collaborations with artists like Janelle Monáe, cementing its status as a favorite among royalty, rappers, and connoisseurs alike.