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Hennessy Master Blender's Selection Nº 5
Cognac
Hennessy // Cognac, France
The fifth limited release in Hennessy's Master Blender's Selection series is the third from master blender Renaud Fillioux de Gironde. The series which first began in 2016 features unique blends, never to be replicated. Here, the blend celebrates 18 exclusive Hennessy distillers, some of which have been with the Maison since its founding over 200 years ago.
The expression is made with selected eaux-de-vie which was then aged for a minimum of seven years in French oak barrels. Bottled at 86 proof, this is exclusive to the US beginning May 2024. (SRP $99).
The fifth limited release in Hennessy's Master Blender's Selection series is the third from master blender Renaud Fillioux de Gironde. The series which first began in 2016 features unique blends, never to be replicated. Here, the blend celebrates 18 exclusive Hennessy distillers, some of which have been with the Maison since its founding over 200 years ago. The expression is made with selected eaux-de-vie which was then aged for a minimum of seven years in French oak barrels. Bottled at 86 proof, this is exclusive to the US beginning May 2024. (SRP $99)
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abv43.0
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CognacBrandy distilled in a delimited region within France from specific grapes. Must be double-distilled to no higher than 72% abv. Required to be aged in oak for at least 2 years. Also, if labeled as the following, minimum aging is: VS-2 years, VSOP-4 years, Napoléon 6 years, XO-10 years (as of April 2018).
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Cask TypeFrench oak
Tasting Notes
"The aroma leans towards primary fruits like apples, pears and melon with a touch of floral and nutty scents. It's got a fairly full and soft body with more fruit and gentle oak. Baking spices are minimal, but adds a touch of bitterness to the otherwise plush and sweet cognac. Dried fruits are found towards the tangy, fresh and vibrant finish."
Added by
Stephanie Moreno
Score
87