Martell Single Cru Grand Champagne Xo

Category:
 
Spirits
Sub-Category:  
 
Cognac
Producer:
 
Martell
Label Name:
 
Single Cru Grand Champagne Xo
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Grande Champagne
Volume:
 
700ml
ABV:
 
40%
Grape(s):
 
Ugni Blanc
Acidity:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
18-20°C

Awards/Ratings
CWSA Best Value Double Gold 2024; San Francisco World Spirits Competition Double Gold 2024; Singapore/Global World Spirits Competition Double Gold 2024

Tasting Note
Golden-copper; aromas of acacia honey, candied and dried fruit, soft spices and gentle pepper. Rich, structured palate with toasted oak, nuts and long warm finish.

Food Pairing
Western: dark chocolate, roasted nuts, foie gras, glazed duck, aged cheese, apple tart. Asian: Peking duck, char siu, miso‑glazed salmon, spiced Sichuan dishes, Cantonese roasted pork. Serve with nuts or dried fruit.

Production Method
Double distillation of clear white wines in Charentais copper pot stills; blended from selected Grande Champagne eaux‑de‑vie (some >40 years) and aged in fine‑grained French oak barrels (Tronçais/Limousin).

Vineyard Info
Maison Martell, founded in 1715 by Jean Martell, is one of the oldest major Cognac houses; now part of Pernod Ricard, known for terroir-driven blending and long cellar ageing.