The original 'extra-old' cognac, first bottled in 1870 by Maurice Hennessy for family and friends. Darker and much more complex than the VSOP, with appealing leather and tobacco notes and a touch of spice - a great cigar cognac. Due to low supplies, this item is MAXIMUM 1 BOTTLE PER CUSTOMER. Web-Exclusive Price!
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Aroma: The first wave, rich in dried fruit aromas such as prunes or dried figs overcomes you. The aromas evolve to a more dense notes of chocolate & black pepper, mellowed by cinnamon, clove & cardamom spices.
Taste: Very balanced on the palate, X.O confirms the aromas discovered by scent: dried fruit & chocolate. Elegant & robust, it reveals balance, roundness and harmony among aromas underlined by the strength of peppery notes & vegetable fragrances from the oak. A lovely long after taste is enrobed in velvet, conferring the last sweet notes of cinnamon & vanilla.
The Style of X.O: A powerful cognac, harmonious elegant. Masculine & generous due to its rich & spicy aromas, with structured nuances, dominated by the richness of the oak & black pepper aromas.
Customer Reviews:
Simply the best i ever had....
- Chetan, 6th Nov '11
Your price is fantastic. I just visited the Henessey distillery in Cognac and paid a lot more for a bottle of XO in the shop. After a few sample glasses at the end of the tour I still think it was good value. The aroma in the ageing room is just wonderful.
- anonymous, 1st Aug '11
the aroma by its self could satisfy, the favor is richness that cascades across your tongue..in one word.... marvelous
- S. Simpkins, 6th Jun '11
This stuff is good. It has a sweet aftertaste tempting you to go back for more. Best sipping experience you'll ever have for a spirit in this price range.I can't comment on the other XOs because I could never justify spending £100 on something that might not be as good, so I went for Hennessy every time because that taste is engraved into your brain and you want nothing else.
- anonymous, 14th Apr '11
An absolutely beautiful cognac. You can smell the quality as soon as you open the bottle. It may be a bit more expensive than other brands, but, you get what you pay for. Fantastic.
- Mark. 11.02.11, 11th Feb '11
Tried several XO's now and keep returningto the Hennessy, absolutely exquisite.
- anonymous, 29th Jan '11
Outstanding cognac and in my opinion superior to the Hine Antique XO, which is slightly more expensive. I also prefer it to the Hennessy Paradis which is usually around £300. Fantastic price at thewhiskyexchange.com and arrived within two days. Will definitely be bought again and definitely form here.
- F C J G Sherwin, 17th Dec '10
To the guy who thinks Hennessy xo is outclassed by Martell xo.. You cannot be serious??
- Nick G, 26th Nov '10
Our table had a bottle at a wedding celebration dinner in Guangzhou, China Monday night. Simply wonderful! A great ending to a beautiful celebration. However not as beautiful as the bride.
- Happy Guest, 13th Mar '10
To the above post: Maybe you have never had a congac this superior and that's why you mention a flaw of not knowing what you speak of.
- Mr.Congac, 27th Feb '10
Unfortunately Hennessy looses some ground vs other big producers. But others also have flawes-like Martell Noblige.
- aussi_sheragh, 16th Dec '09
best kind i love it
- phuong nguyen, 13th Oct '09
Sampled this in a flight of XO Cognacs, including those from all four major producers, and liked this one the least. Totally outclassed by Martell's XO.
- anonymous, 13th Oct '09
hubby and I had this in a restaurant, ended up spending ?50 on several more!!!! Well it was his birthday - just couldnt resist ONE more!!!!
- laine, 28th Jan '09
Spectacular; probably the best sub £100 Cognac available. Only had one at my brother's house - have wanted a bottle ever since!
- anonymous, 14th Sep '08
best spirit of any kind i have ever tried! superb! shame about the price...
- jat, 3rd Feb '08
Mmmmm tasty
- anonymous, 7th Jun '07
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