Inspired by the beauty of Jarnac, discover a new collaboration where Courvoisier and Yinka Ilori's joyous worlds collide to create this limited-edition Courvoisier VSOP release. The palette is charmed by a very soft and mellow opening. Despite being dry, a little whiff of sweetness carries the luscious body and mouthfeel with every sip. Crisp, mineral undertones reveal a lot of winey freshness, similar to the promise of the olfactory perception. This is a most elegant Cognac, offering freshness, depth and intriguing complexity of 20-plus years of aging, all the same time.

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Even though I’m not the biggest fan of pairing cigars with high alcoholic beverages and neat spirits, this is a Cognac that would perfectly accompany an elegant Ecuador Habano wrapped cigar. From the opulent flavour to the elegantly beautiful bottle the craftsmanship that has gone into this is nothing less than superb. Every element of the XO Royal design emphasizes its regal heritage and exalted place within the Courvoisier collection. In keeping with our other Prestige Range cognacs, XO Royal’s bottle shape honours the teardrop design introduced by our fourth generation Master Blender, Daniel Dumon, for the original Courvoisier XO in 1984. Sculpted to represent a drop of perfume rippling out across a pool, it reflects the delicacy and elegance of the liquid within.

The overall presentation of Courvoisier XO is a perfect expression of the liquid’s grandesse and luxurious character. The mouthfeel is particularly creamy, full-bodied, offering plenty of weight on the palate without being overly heavy or stuffy.

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Besides these caramelized notes, I detect fresh grapes, highlighting the winey characteristics and primary essence of the liquor. As one would expect with such a luxurious spirit, Courvoisier XO offers intriguing depth and elegance. However, a distinct freshness keeps the overall aromatic profile very much in balance, graciously embracing the floral undertones.Courvoisier XO is a quintessential luxury spirit and featured among our selection of the top 10 best cognac to buy online. In this review, you will discover Courvoisier’s XO as I cover the following topics:

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One particular, elegant French dessert would not only fit the overall theme but also make for an absolute match made in heaven: Crêpes Suzette. Since they offer a rich, caramelized orange note and zesty orange peel quality, they sit proudly next to the dried orange character of the XO. A piece of toasted brioche with a smear of foie gras and orange jelly would be just as heavenly. It was my first time trying Courvoisier XO Cognac and I could instantly tell why it is regarded as one of the finest. It arrived in a beautiful presentation box and smelt amazing with hints of caramel and orange. Reinhard Pohorec is a sensory expert and experience designer with a unique reputation as an emerging talent in the world of sensory technology, luxury brands, premium cigars and beverages. Entrepreneur, creative mind and host, he specializes in staging exceptional experiences, educational programs, coaching and hospitality project management for leading companies on a global level. As Courvoisier nears its 200th birthday, the House welcomes a new Chief Blender to continue the Courvoisier legacy. Join us in celebrating our seventh Chief Blender and guardian of our vibrant house style, Thibaut Hontanx.​ A toasted, charred almond note gives way to a distinct woodiness, which translates into a spicy, astringent feel on the side of the tongue. This carries the overall impression into a very long, elegant, and perfectly refined finish.

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A glass of cognac and room temperature will allow you to fully enjoy this wonderful cognac, although an ice cube will not hurt either. A beautiful, flattened decanter and an elegant, burgundy cardboard box with a golden logo is a refined gift for a special occasion, as well as a decoration for a collection of top-class liquors. Steeped in our commitment to craft, we’re pleased to bring you the second edition of Mizunara – Courvoisier Mizunara 2023 Blend – our most daring and visionary creation yet.