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Putting a twist on an old favorite, Martell Cordon Bleu Extra Cognac features some subtle differences setting it apart from its predecessor. While the standard Cordon Bleu is of an XO quality, this new model is an Extra Cognac, making it significantly older: the youngest blend of eaux-de-vie that went into this release is 30 years and the oldest close to 60 years. Whilst it still has a lot in common with the original Cordon Bleu blend - particularly, with its large proportion of Borderies eaux-de-vie and candied fruit aromas - this newer release delights with its depth and taste sensations, thanks to an outstanding maturation period.
The bottle and label also have a contemporary, 21st-century look, while still paying tribute to the original 1912 design and the classic elements we expect to see with any Martell expression. It’s definitely a lovely ‘extra’ offering that will be truly enjoyed by those who appreciate the intricacies of Cognac from the Borderies cru.
“The Cordon Bleu Extra is very elegant, subtle. It’s different. It’s meant to be sipped in leisure.”
Christophe Valtaud, Martell Cellar Master
The bottle's elegant profile is typical of Martell, with its gently curved neck decorated with a ribbon. The navy blue label have been stamped with Jean Martell’s signature, while the neck of the bottle bears a blue medallion commemorating the year 1715 - the birth of the House of Martell. The stylish presentation box makes this a great gift for any Cognac lover.
Mature, well-rounded, with a bouquet and flavors that evolve delightfully during the taste experience, this is a perfect Cognac to enjoy in the traditional manner - from a tulip glass, gently warmed in the hand and sipped as a digestif after a fine meal.
I first tried this as an impulse buy at CDG duty free shop on my way back to the states. It turned out to be a great find for me. Aromas start off with orange peel and other fruit. Very smooth and balanced. I also tried the white label Cordon Blue, but I prefer this one. I'm on my second bottle...
Already appreciate the classic Cordon Bleu for its own merits. But Cognac Experts had the new Extra (blue label) on a special promotional price, so I took the chance and ordered one. I shouldn't have doubted. Martell always makes an excellent product. I do think this new variant on the classic Codon...
Martell est la plus ancienne des quatre grandes maisons de cognac. Semblable à Rémy Martin, mais quelques années plus ancienne encore, Martell a fêté il n'y a pas longtemps son 300e anniversaire. L'histoire de Martell & Co remonte à 1715, lorsque Jean Martell a fondé la société avec le souhait de ne produire que du Cognac de la plus haute qualité. Avec les légendaires bouteilles Martell Cordon Bleu, la cuvée Martell Extra L'Or de Jean Martell et la récente Création Grand Extra de 2007, la société s'est fortement implantée sur le marché des produits de luxe, et est réputée pour utiliser de grandes quantités d'eaux-de-vie du terroir des Borderies. Elle appartient à Pernod Ricard et réalise un chiffre d'affaires d'environ 15 millions de litres par an. Les eaux-de-vie les plus précieuses, dont certaines remontent à 1830, sont stockées dans un endroit secret des caves de Jean Martell - environ 1,6 million de caisses de 9 litres !
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