As the quintessence of Hennessy, Hennessy Very Special is the pinnacle of the House's expertise. It is the result of a demanding method of selecting balanced eaux-de-vie with a subtle and refined character, creating a cognac that is a true pleasure. Hennessy's expertise for Hennessy Very Special. Selection: The eaux-de-vie used for Hennessy Very Special are very delicate yet possess a great deal of character. They have a superb balance: neither too bold nor too sweet, and they have perfect development potential during aging. They captivate with their subtly balanced aromas that meld together over time, and they retain typical signs of their origin, namely the immediately recognizable aromas of fresh grapes and vine blossom. These eaux-de-vie are selected very early in the process to give them as much time as possible to age and develop their potential before being used to compose the most inimitable cognac in its category. Aging: The aging of Hennessy Very Special depends largely on the choice of new oak casks, which come exclusively from France. These casks lend the cognac its intense expression. The aging process takes place using casks that have already been partially used, oriented in the desired direction. This ensures the development of pleasant toasty notes, which provide a counterpoint without dominating the overall impression of the blend. It is therefore a very dynamic aging process during which the casks are frequently changed. The youngest eaux-de-vie are aged for 2 years.
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