The quality and unique combination in Grand Marnier spirits has captured attention worldover for over six generations, and the Cuvée du Cent Cinquantenaire Liqueur is no exception. Created using a selection of the finest reserves of Grande Champagne XO eaux-de-vies from the Grand Marnier Paradis cellar, they are married with the essence of bitter orange liqueur. This liqueur in particular is composed of 82% Cognac and the rest delectable orange essence. It is bottled at 40% ABV. It was created by Jacques Marnier Lapostolle to mark the 150th anniversary of the Maison Grand Marnier. Perfectly balanced, this Cognac is far above the required age of an Extra Old Cognac and contains a myriad of older eaux-de-vie.The average age of the Cuvee 150 Year Cognac Liqueur is around 25-30 years, but there are some gems within as old as 50. Double distilled in copper stills, the concluding ageing period takes place in oak casks for at least 3 years, during which time the complexity of the Grande Champagne eaux-de-vie form. Initially, this nectar was exclusively enjoyed by the family themselves, but is now available in limited quantities. The finesse of this Cognac brand precedes it; and reportedly a bottle of Grand Marnier was found in the 1912 wreckage of the Titanic.
Grand Marnier Cent Cinquantenaire 150 France 750Ml
$1,698.00 $1,443.30
Grand Marnier Cent Cinquantenaire 150 France 750Ml
An exceptional Grand Marnier Cent created in 1977 by the Chairman of the company, Jacques Marnier-Lapostolle, to celebrate the company’s 150th anniversary. It was for many years reserved exclusively for the Marnier-Lapostolle family and their close friends. It is now available in very limited quantities.
Grand Marnier Cent Cinquantenaire is based on rare Cognac reserves primarily from Grande Champagne. Equivalent to ‘Extra’ Cognacs and well above the age required for XO, the Cognacs used to make this liqueur have an average age of between 25 and 30 years and some are as much as 50 years old.
Grand Marnier Cent Cinquantenaire undergoes an extended final maturation period in large oak casks for at least three years to ensure harmonious structure and rich complexity. The finished liqueur comprises 82% Cognac and contains 237 grams of sugar per liter.
The richly decorated, hand-painted, art deco bottle depicts orange blossom on one side and a grape laden vine on the other, both images reflecting the liqueur’s ingredients. The bottle has a gold wax seal and is presented in a gift box. The copy is a copy from an old limited bottle from the 1930s.
Beautiful, reddish-gold core with light amber edges. Rich nose of aged cognac with background notes of cocoa, cinnamon, and other spices. Macerated bitter orange flavors enriched by notes of coffee, honey, bitter almonds, and spices. The finish is long and complex. Pairing suggestion: Desserts such as chocolate sponge cake and tiramisu. Hard cheeses such as aged Gouda and Comté, or Parmigiano.
Product Details
Origin: France
Proof: 80 (40% ABV)
Distillery: Marnier Lapostolle Distillery
Size: 750ML
Appearance:
Clear, topaz color with gold and amber tones.
Aroma:
Wonderfully refined with cinnamon and mandarin, along with the leather aromas characteristic of an old Cognac.
Taste:
Velvety, honeyed, and complex with mature Cognac figs, dried prunes, and maple syrup immediately apparent. Wood and vanilla accents with bitter marmalade and orange zest.
Aftertaste:
More subtle hints of lemon, cinnamon, and bitter almond add depth and interest.
