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Hine - XO - 1er Cru

Hine - XO - 1er Cru

Size

70 cl

Price

€230.40

In stock

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Pickup available at Onshore Cellars, usually ready in 24 hours2040 Chemin Saint Bernard, Porte 12, 06220 Vallauris

Store information

Onshore Cellars

2040 Chemin Saint Bernard, Porte 12
06220 Vallauris
France

Opening hours
Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:00

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Tasting notes

"This XO is the result of a four-hands collaboration: Éric Forget, Hine’s former Cellar Master, and his successor, Paul Szersnovicz, combined their expertise to craft an XO that is bothlively and complex. Hine XO 1er Cru thus embodies continuity and the transmission between generations of Cellar Masters, a symbol of a precious heritage perpetuated with passion. XO 1er Cru is a true tribute to Grande Champagne." PAUL SZERSNOVICZ, CELLAR MASTER Enticing, bright, and complex, Hine XO is a one-of-a-kind cognac. Fruity and full of incomparable vivacity, it showcases the pure expression of Grande Champagne, enhanced beautifully by time. The vibrant essence of citrus fruits is complemented by refreshing, spicy notes. On the nose, it reveals fresh aromas of orange, ginger, and cinnamon. On the palate, floral notes and hints of honey intertwine with ginger and spice, creating a refined and elegant balance.

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Provenance

Type
Cognac
Producer
Hine
Country
France
Appellation
Grande Champagne
Region
Cognac

Technical

ABV
40%
Size
70cl
Serving
18° - 20° C

Key characteristics

About this cognac

Hine XO represents the pinnacle of Cognac craftsmanship, produced by one of the region's most respected houses. Founded in 1763, Hine has maintained its commitment to excellence through generations, drawing exclusively from eaux-de-vie aged in French oak to create spirits of remarkable complexity and refinement.

This XO expression is crafted from Grande Champagne eaux-de-vie, the most prestigious terroir within the Cognac appellation. Grande Champagne's chalky limestone soils and temperate climate produce grapes of exceptional quality, resulting in distillates of superior depth and elegance. Hine's meticulous selection and extended aging process ensure a Cognac of sophisticated character and smooth, balanced complexity.

At 40% ABV, Hine XO is versatile enough to enjoy neat as a contemplative digestif or as the foundation for refined cocktails. Its refined profile makes it equally suited to pairing with fine cigars or serving as a distinguished after-dinner spirit in luxury hospitality settings.

The Premier Cru
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The Premier Cru

The Premier Cru is a shaken cocktail made with Hine - XO - 1er Cru, served in a crystal coupe glass.

Method
Shaken
Glass
Crystal coupe glass
Ice
Cubes
Garnish
Thin expressed orange twist placed delicately across the rim, and a single gold leaf applied to the surface of the cocktail

Ingredients

  • 60 ml Hine XO
  • 1er Cru Cognac
  • 15 ml Bénédictine D.O.M.
  • 10 ml fresh lemon juice
  • 8 ml honey syrup (1:1 ratio)
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 1 dash orange bitters

Method

  1. Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
  2. Shake vigorously for 12-15 seconds until well-chilled.
  3. Double strain through a fine mesh strainer into the prepared glass.
  4. Allow the drink to settle for 5 seconds before serving.

Serve

Serve in a crystal coupe glass. Garnish with a thin expressed orange twist placed delicately across the rim, and a single gold leaf applied to the surface of the cocktail for an elegant shimmer. Present on a dark slate coaster with the Hine XO bottle visible nearby.

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Producer

Hine

Hine is a cognac house based in Jarnac, in the heart of France's Cognac region. The house focuses exclusively on producing cognac from the Grande Champagne appellation, which is considered the premier cru of the Cognac region…

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Region

Cognac

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Appellation

Grande Champagne

Grande Champagne is the most prestigious cru within the Cognac appellation in southwestern France, located in the Charente department. Despite its name, it has no connection to the Champagne wine region but derives from the old…

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