Hardy Cognac XO Rare

Hardy XO Rare is a Fine Champagne cognac from Maison Hardy, a Cognac house founded in 1863. It is blended from eaux-de-vie of the Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne crus, which the house ages for 15 to 25 years in Limousin oak casks before bottling at 40% ABV. This listing is the 750ml decanter-style bottle, supplied in a gift box. The producer describes an amber colour with vermilion tints, a perfumed nose and the silky texture and length expected of a mature XO; it has a floral style and suits a cigar.

Food Pairing: Cigars.

Nose: Fresh rose petal, ripe date and cigar box.

Palate: Silky and mature.

Finish: Very long-lasting.

Serve: Neat in a tulip or snifter glass at room temperature.