Coutanseaux Aîné
Founded in 1767 by master cooper Louis Coutanseaux, Coutanseaux Aîné epitomizes French artisanal excellence. Renowned for selecting premium woods, the brand quickly became a top supplier to prestigious Cognac houses. Embracing its rich family heritage, Coutanseaux Aîné, located in Grande Champagne, offers exclusive, aged cognacs, including XO, XXO, and Hors d'âge from the Frerejean Taittinger family's ancient reserves. Revitalized in 2015 by descendants Guillaume and Rodolphe Frerejean Taittinger, the brand continues its legacy of producing exceptional cognacs.
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History of Coutanseaux Aîné
Founding and Early Recognition: Founded in 1767 by Louis Coutanseaux, a skilled cooper celebrated for his woodworking and barrel-making expertise. Coutanseaux Aîné quickly became synonymous with French excellence in the Cognac world. Louis's talent in selecting fine woods led to the establishment of the Coutanseaux factory in Saintes, making it the official supplier to esteemed Cognac houses.
Continued Legacy and International Acclaim: Louis's son, Joachim, combined his father's skills with cognac production, focusing on aging high-quality cognacs in oak barrels from 1800. Joachim's approach to prolonged aging gained international fame for the brand, earning it the status of official supplier to the Swedish royal court.
Twentieth Century Developments: Post World War I, the brand was acquired by Gabrielle Rouyer-Guillet and her husband Pierre Taittinger. Despite maintaining its prestige, the brand's legacy dimmed during World War II.
Coutanseaux Aîné Today
Revival by the Taittinger Family: In 2015, the Frerejean Taittinger family, descendants of Pierre Taittinger, revitalized Coutanseaux Aîné. They introduced a unique cuvée, Hors d'âge, blending eaux-de-vie aged between 40 and 100 years from La Grande Champagne. This relaunch under the slogan "Creating Emotions Since 1767" honors the brand's rich heritage.
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Exceptional Cognac Variants: The Coutanseaux Aîné portfolio includes the XXO and XO cognacs, aged for a minimum of 25 and 15 years respectively. These cognacs represent the brand's commitment to quality, showcased in intricately designed bottles with wooden corks and gold rings.
Symbolism and Craftsmanship: The packaging of Coutanseaux Aîné cognacs is a tribute to the brand's origins and the meticulous process of their creation. The brand’s story, characterized by exceptional barrel-making and cognac production, continues to captivate cognac aficionados worldwide.