Hennessy V.S. Cognac Limited Edition by Lebron James

Appearance: Deep amber color with golden highlights, offering a rich and inviting visual appeal. Nose: On the nose, it opens with bold aromas of oak and vanilla, followed by fruity notes of dried apricots, ripe apples, and hints of citrus zest. Palate: The palate is rich and full-bodied, with flavors of toasted oak, sweet caramel, and warm spices like cinnamon and clove. There's a smooth blend of fresh fruit flavors like grapes, berries, and hints of orange peel. Finish: The finish is long, warm, and slightly spicy, with lingering notes of vanilla, honey, and a touch of black pepper. This expression embodies the signature boldness of Hennessy V.S. while offering a modern twist in collaboration with LeBron James, making it both a flavorful and cultural statement.

Maison Hennessy, founded in 1765 by Richard Hennessy, is one of the oldest and most prestigious cognac houses in the world. Located in Cognac, France, the distillery has been a leader in the production of fine cognac for over 250 years. Hennessy is known for its mastery of blending eaux-de-vie (aged brandy) to create cognacs with consistent quality and distinctive character.

Key aspects of Hennessy’s distillation process include:

Grapes: The finest Ugni Blanc grapes from the Cognac region are used, known for their high acidity, which contributes to the quality of the cognac.
Distillation: Hennessy distills its eaux-de-vie in traditional copper pot stills, ensuring that the essence of the grapes is captured in each batch. The distillation occurs twice, resulting in a refined spirit ready for aging.
Aging: The eaux-de-vie are aged in French oak barrels, sourced from the Limousin or Tronçais forests, for several years. The oak imparts distinctive notes of spice, vanilla, and wood into the cognac.
Blending: The art of blending is a crucial part of the Hennessy process, with the Hennessy Master Blender selecting and harmonizing eaux-de-vie from various vintages to achieve the signature flavor profile of each cognac expression.
Hennessy remains a symbol of luxury, craftsmanship, and heritage, with its cognacs celebrated globally for their smoothness and complexity. The collaboration with LeBron James continues their tradition of innovation, merging craftsmanship with modern cultural icons.

Size: 750 mL