Martell XO Extra Fine Cognac

VISUAL: Deep golden amber colour

NOSE: Rich & full with aromas of walnut, butter cream, melon, dried fruits, marzipan

PALATE:  Balance with almond, vanilla, oak, raisin, cheese and butterscotch

FINISH: Complex, rich and long lingering silky finish with a touch of *rancio

The Martell XO Extra Fine Cognac is a marriage of the rarest and oldest eaux de vie aged between 10 and 35 years in Martell's most covert cellars, Paradis and Purgatoire.  The Martell XO Extra Fine Cognac is a marriage of the elegant and mellow eaux de vie from the Borderies with power of Grande Champagne, characteristics of the Petite Champagne and vigour from Fins Bois.

The Martell XO Extra Fine Cognac is rich in character, prestigious in background and upbringing.  The Martell XO Extra Fine Cognac is a marvellous gift for those special occasions.

A Gold Medal winner in the 2008 San Francisco Spirits Of The World Competition.

*First Rancio stage: 10 to 15 years

Peak of vanilla and oak taste, Flowery, dried rose, nutty, spicy

Second Rancio stage: 17 to 22 years

Jasmine, Chocolate, Dried, candied fruit, curry, saffron, ginger

Third Rancio stage: 30 to 40 years

Old tawny port, cedar, eucalyptus, cigar box, tobacco, old muscat wine, nutmeg

Fourth Rancio stage: 50 to 60 years

Tropical fruits, passion, lyche wood scents: sandal wood

Rancio Aromas do stack as they progress in age.