This bottle represents a remarkable opportunity to acquire a piece of cognac history: a Rémy Martin Louis XIII decanter from the 1990s. Revered globally as the pinnacle of luxury spirits, Louis XIII is not merely a cognac but a testament to the passage of time, embodying the life's work of generations of cellar masters. This specific bottling captures the essence and mastery of the House of Rémy Martin during the latter part of the 20th century, making it a highly desirable collector's item.
The heritage of Louis XIII dates back to 1874, created by Paul-Émile Rémy Martin as a tribute to King Louis XIII of France. The liquid itself is a majestic blend of up to 1,200 individual eaux-de-vie, sourced exclusively from Grande Champagne, the premier cru of the Cognac region. Each eau-de-vie is aged for a minimum of 40 years, with some components maturing for over a century within ancient Limousin oak casks known as tierçons. This painstaking process ensures a liquid of unparalleled complexity and aromatic richness, a symphony of flavors that can only be achieved through immense dedication and patience.
The presentation is as iconic as the spirit within. The crystal decanter is a masterpiece of craftsmanship, its design inspired by a 16th-century metal flask discovered on the site of the Battle of Jarnac. Hand-fashioned by master crystal makers, each decanter is unique. This 1990s edition, with its gleaming gold capsule and classic red presentation box, is a hallmark of its era and a treasure for any serious connoisseur or collector of fine spirits.
The textual elements on the bottle are a study in refined branding. A distinguished gold band adorns the neck, bearing the inscriptions "LOUIS XIII," "Remy Martin" in an elegant script, and "GRANDE CHAMPAGNE COGNAC." The lower front of the glass vessel is delicately etched with the technical details: "70cl," "PRODUCT OF FRANCE," "DIST. RÉMY COINTREAU PARIS FRANCE," and "40% vol." The accompanying red presentation box echoes this prestige, stating "LOUIS XIII de Remy Martin" and "GRANDE CHAMPAGNE COGNAC" on its top face.
Visually, the decanter is a regal and intricate object. A textured gold metallic capsule covers the closure, extending down the neck. From this hangs a gold chain bearing a small, dark red wax seal medallion, stamped with a gold fleur-de-lis. The iconic bottle shape is characterized by its fluted, shell-like form, accented with glass "spikes" and multiple embossed circular medallions featuring the fleur-de-lis emblem. A larger, gold-colored medallion sits centrally on the front. The robust, all-caps block font for "LOUIS XIII" contrasts beautifully with the cursive style used for "Remy Martin," creating a timeless aesthetic. The distinctive red box is decorated with gold line patterns and corner fleur-de-lis emblems, completed with a traditional red braided rope handle.
This bottle is in exceptional condition. The fill level is excellent, reaching well above the shoulder into the neck of the decanter, which signifies superb preservation and minimal evaporation over the decades. The glass and its decorative elements remain in pristine condition, reflecting careful storage and reverence for this magnificent piece.
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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.
