Cordon Bleu. Martell the most celebrated expression from Frances oldest major Cognac house, blending eaux-de-vie from Petite Champagne and the Borderies Martells preferred and most prized cru in the distinctive blue-wax sealed bottle that has made Cordon Bleu one of the most recognizable prestige Cognacs in the world since 1912.

Martell was founded in 1715 by Jean Martell, making it the oldest of the major Cognac houses. The Borderies is the smallest and rarest of Cognacs six crus, producing eaux-de-vie with a distinctive violet, nutty character that cannot be replicated from Champagne or Bons Bois crus and Martell is more committed to Borderies sourcing than any other major house. The Cordon Bleus Borderies component is central to its identity.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Dried fruits, violet, oak, candied orange, walnut
• Palate: Rich plum, vanilla, toasted oak, subtle floral
• Finish: Long, smooth, warm spice and dried fruit

Specs

• House: Martell, Cognac, France (est. 1715)
• Style: Cognac Petite Champagne and Borderies
• Signature: Borderies cru component, blue-wax seal, since 1912
• ABV: 40%
• Size: 750ml

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Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the Borderies cru? The smallest and rarest of Cognacs six growing areas, producing eaux-de-vie with distinctive violet and nutty character unavailable from any other cru. Martell is more committed to Borderies sourcing than any other major house it is central to the Martell house style and to the Cordon Bleus identity.
• How does Martell differ from Hennessy and Rmy Martin? Martell (founded 1715) is the oldest major house. Martell emphasizes Borderies cru character violet, nutty, more savory. Rmy Martin is exclusively Fine Champagne floral and fruit-forward. Hennessy blends across all crus for the most powerful, richest profile.

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