- Bottle size
- 70cl
- Story
- My fathers cellar
- Text on label
- Hennessy: Neck medallion NAPOLEON
- Location
- Netherlands
- Seal
- Yes, a metal seal - in good condition
- With box
- Yes
- Certificate
- No
- How stored
- In a dry place, Standing upright
- LOT
- 22108
- Brand
- Hennessy Cognac
Description
A highly collectible and sought-after release from the esteemed House of Hennessy, this Napoleon Cognac comes presented in the iconic Library Decanter. Bottled during the 1980s, this particular edition is a testament to a bygone era of masterful cognac blending and elegant presentation. The unique decanter was ingeniously designed to fit seamlessly into a bookshelf, making it a distinctive and sophisticated addition to any curated collection.
This vintage bottling represents a significant piece of Hennessy's heritage, a house founded in 1765 by the Irishman Richard Hennessy. The "Napoleon" designation, while not an official age grade, historically signifies a blend of well-aged eaux-de-vie, typically older than a V.S.O.P. This cognac is crafted from a meticulous selection of eaux-de-vie from the finest crus in the Cognac region of France, aged for many years in French oak barrels to develop complexity and depth.
The presentation is as refined as the spirit within. The distinctive Library Decanter is sealed with a classic screw cap, preserving the integrity of this aged cognac. The bottle's unique shape and the classic Hennessy branding make it an immediate standout. For collectors, this 1980s bottling of Hennessy Napoleon is a rare find, capturing the essence of the house's style during that period. Its rarity and historical significance make it a prized possession for connoisseurs and enthusiasts of fine, aged spirits.
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Your experts
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.