Normandin Mercier XO 30 Year Grande Champagne Cognac

French Cognac | 84 Proof (42% ABV) | 750mL

Process & Profile

Normandin Mercier XO 30 Year Grande Champagne Cognac is a rare and refined expression aged for three decades in French oak barrels within the cool, humid cellars of Chteau de la Praudire. Made exclusively from Ugni Blanc grapes grown in Grande Champagnethe most prestigious cru in Cognacthis XO boasts an exceptional depth and softness. The extended aging process allows the spirit to develop deep rancio character, nutty complexity, and a velvety texture that only time can achieve.

Crafted by one of the last family-run houses in the region, this Cognac reflects over 150 years of traditional savoir-faire.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Dried apricot, orange peel, sandalwood, tobacco, and aged oak

• Palate: Silky and rich with notes of fig, candied nuts, dark chocolate, clove, and soft leather

• Finish: Long, warm, and elegant with rancio, vanilla spice, and a touch of cigar box

What Makes It Special

• Aged 30 years in French oak casks for deep complexity and smooth elegance

• Produced from 100% Grande Champagne Ugni Blanc grapesthe top Cognac cru

• Bottled by Normandin Mercier, a historic house founded in 1872

• Showcases pronounced rancio character, a hallmark of long-aged Cognac

• Unfiltered and non-caramel colored, offering a pure and natural presentation

How to Enjoy

Best enjoyed neat in a tulip or snifter glass to experience its evolving layers. Ideal for contemplative sipping after dinner or alongside rich desserts, blue cheese, or a fine cigar. Let it rest in the glass a few minutes to open up its full aromatic depth.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is this Cognac really 30 years old?
Yes, it is aged for a full 30 years, significantly exceeding the minimum XO requirement of 10 years.

2. What is Grande Champagne Cognac?
Grande Champagne is the premier cru of Cognac, known for producing spirits with exceptional aging potential and finesse.

3. Does this Cognac contain additives?
No artificial coloring or sweeteners are addedthis is a natural expression of long-aged Cognac.

4. Is Normandin Mercier a major Cognac house?
It is a family-owned, artisanal producer with a respected legacy of crafting traditional, age-statement Cognacs.

5. What does rancio mean in Cognac?
Rancio refers to the nutty, earthy, oxidized character that develops in Cognac during long-term aging.