This unique blend brings together more than 40 cognacs, all aged over 10 years and made exclusively from grapes from the Grande Champagne, the noblest area of the Cognac region. The Grande Champagne is the highest classified area in the entire Cognac region protected by law. The much sought-after Cognacs come only from this very small prestigious region, which reaches the greatest fineness and the richest aromas. A Grande Champagne Cognac, like all great cru, requires years of ageing. The cellar master must be a highly qualified craftsman, an alchemist and artist in one. He creates the perfect harmony of the forty cognacs. The youngest are at least ten years old, the oldest have been aged for several decades. Together they give the HINE Antique XO Premier Cru its incomparable character. At the beginning of his appointment, Eric Forget, the cellar master at HINE, could rely on the knowledge and skill that has been passed down from generation to generation at HINE for more than 250 years. Tasting an ancient XO Premier Cru is a rare experience, a magical moment where time stands still and offers an extraordinary and evocative sensual experience. As elegant as a fine perfume, this HINE Antique XO Premier Cru is an invitation to the delight of the senses. It can be compared to an oriental fragrance: Opulent, sensual, exotic and full-bodied, discreetly spicy, warm, mature with notes of pepper and liquorice. The first impression on the nose is of aromatic richness. On the palate it is complex, powerful with persistent notes of vanilla, honey, baked apples, spices, leather and liquorice. It is round and warm, well balanced, supple and very soft to the long finish.