A remarkable and highly collectible release, the Hennessy Cuvée Bicentenaire stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of the world's most renowned cognac house. This bottling is a historic artifact, celebrating a significant moment in time with a blend crafted from the unparalleled reserves of aged eaux-de-vie that only Hennessy possesses. Its existence is a nod to centuries of masterful blending and a deep-rooted history.
This particular cuvée was specially created to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Independence of the United States, highlighting the long-standing alliance between France and the USA. Released as a limited edition reserved for the U.S. market, each bottle is individually numbered, making it a rare and sought-after piece for collectors of fine spirits. The blend itself was designed to evoke the deeper, richer, and full-bodied brandies that were popular two centuries ago, a feat made possible by Hennessy's vast and ancient cognac stocks.
The presentation is as distinguished as the spirit within. Housed in a bottle inspired by late 18th-century designs, this cognac captures the essence of its historical celebration. Every element, from the carefully chosen blend to the historically inspired container, makes the Hennessy Cuvée Bicentenaire a prestigious and finite piece of liquid history.
This bottle, Nº 020306, is a fantastic example of this limited production. The labels and seals provide a rich narrative. The oval-shaped upper label announces the special release with "Cuvée Bicentenaire" in an elegant, flowing script. Below this, a prominent round, golden wax seal is expertly applied to the glass, bearing the embossed intertwined "JH" monogram of Jas Hennessy.
The main cream-colored label proudly displays "Jas Hennessy & Cᵒ" in a decorative serif font. It explicitly states, "This cognac commemorates the 200th anniversary of the Independence of the United States," followed by the declaration of it being a "LIMITED BOTTLING PRODUCTION LIMITEE". A subtle graphic of a hand with a quill pen over a scroll adds to the historical motif. Production details, including the 700ml volume and 40% alc./vol., are clearly noted at the bottom.
The bottle is sealed with a golden, textured capsule, suggesting a traditional wax or foil closure that ensures the integrity of the cork. The overall condition is excellent, with a remarkably high fill level, well into the neck, indicating perfect storage conditions and minimal evaporation. The glass is clear and well-preserved, showcasing the deep, inviting color of the aged cognac inside.
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Max von Olfers
Max von Olfers is the founder of cabinet7, and has 10 years of experience with collector item appraisals. The oldest Cognac Max has consumed is from 1855.
Malte Lukowski
Malte Lukowski runs the operations & collector item departments at cabinet7, and has 4 years of experience with collector item appraisals. The oldest Cognac Malte has consumed is from 1920.
