Delamain XO Pale and Dry Cognac

Recommended 84 /100

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Cognac age: XO

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Growth area: Grande Champagne

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ABV: 40%
Brand: Delamain Cognac

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3 Liter - Shipped from France

$ 160

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Color: Pale amber.

Nose: Powerful and aromatic, with notes of apricot, citrus, and nuts. A fragrant and elegant bouquet with fine intensity.

Palate: Light and delicate with a progression of fruit flavors. A refined structure and remarkable balance.

Finish: Long and elegant with a lingering fruity softness.

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Growth area & soil: Grande Champagne

Grande Champagne

Description

Delamain XO Pale & Dry Cognac

Delamain XO Pale & Dry is the flagship Cognac of Maison Delamain and an invitation into the world of ultra-premium Grande Champagne Cognacs. First created in 1920 by Jacques and Robert Delamain, this XO expression is crafted exclusively from eaux-de-vie sourced from the Premier Cru of Cognac: Grande Champagne. Aged well beyond the minimum 10 years required for XO, this blend is matured in old French oak barrels with both pre- and post-blending aging phases to achieve its renowned elegance.

This Cognac is made without added sugar or caramel, showcasing Delamain’s commitment to purity and authenticity. The result is a natural, aromatic spirit that expresses the full character of its terroir. Pale & Dry offers a powerful nose with notes of apricot, citrus, and roasted nuts, and a delicate palate that evolves gently with length and grace.

Presentation of the bottle

The Cognac is presented in a tall, clear bottle with an embossed glass seal and a soft blue capsule, housed in a vibrant blue box featuring gold details and an illustration of the Delamain estate. The packaging emphasizes both sophistication and authenticity, aligned with Delamain's refined aesthetic.

How to drink

Delamain XO Pale & Dry is best enjoyed neat at room temperature. It suits contemplative moments and is ideal for experienced Cognac lovers as well as whisky drinkers seeking authenticity and artisanal expression. This is a Cognac made to explore slowly, without distraction.

Reviews (8)

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Recommended 84 /100

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85 / 100

The Definition of Finesse

by Douglas T.

17 Jun 2025

I consider this cognac one of the most comprehensively satisfying spirits I have ever tried. The manner in which the various elements combine to create this cognac's subdued, yet rich and distinctive character, makes it the one I can consistently recommend to anyone who wishes to experience the premium...

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100 / 100

I was sold after the first nosing!

by Allan Swartz

29 Jan 2025

What a lovely delicious cognac this is. I think I could enjoy this cognac exclusively for the rest of my life. It's not in your face, but beautifully surrounds your tongue with a wonderful encompassing experience that tells you it's one of a kind. A taste for the senses.

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80 / 100

Complex and interesting

by Willie J.

15 Dec 2023

Fascinating nose. Assam tea and fresh cut apple with citrus traces and a touch of hazelnut. Tannic and floral on the palate. Lots of complexity. It warms up as the finish develops with peppery spice and licqorice shaping its end. But there’s lime juice bursting through at times. It keeps changing...

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95 / 100

Delamain Pale & Dry XO is unparallel value in the overpriced XO market

by Dimitre I.

26 Sep 2021

Delamain Pale & Dry XO is unparallel value in the often, overpriced XO market. This is the quintessential British cognac, designed in 1920 for the British market. Pale and dry, just like I like my spirits. Very complex cognac. Nose: soft and elegant. Vanilla and poached pairs and red apples. Rose...

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94 / 100

Amazing

by Michael Tran

15 Jul 2020

I got this on the day of French Bastille Day. :) Amazing that there were No color and No sugar added!! A true “pure” aged cognac. BOUQUET: sweet caramel with oak. TASTE: silky grapes. FINISH: lingering orange.

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74 / 100

The most recognizable cognac

by Volodymyr

12 May 2019

The most recognizable cognac for all I tried. Appearance: light, amber gold. Nose - dried fruits, vanilla, camomile. Palate - rich, juicy, bright and a bit spicy. Deamain's solution for eau-de-vieux assemblage works just fine. Finish - medium, inspiring for another sip. Good with coffee...

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78 / 100

Outstanding XO Cognac!

by Rodger R.

12 Jan 2018

Until recently I was a VSOP drinker, but after reading many of the reviews posted here, I decided to expand my horizons to XO, Napoleon, and Extra. By way of comparison, I have tried and reported on Remy Martin XO, Courvoisier Napoleon, Daniel Boujou VSOP and Daniel Boujou XO, Frapin VSOP, and finally...

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66 / 100

Very pleasing Grande Champagne

by Rodger R.

18 Dec 2017

The first thing one notices after pouring a measure of this wonderful Cognac into a tulip glass is the color, which is a light golden tone, rather than the deep amber of many other brands of similar age and composition. The nose is lighter and reminiscent of spring orange blossoms, and a definite...

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Delamain XO Pale and Dry Cognac

Tasting review

Awards

Growth area & soil: Grande Champagne

Grande Champagne

Description

Delamain XO Pale & Dry Cognac

Presentation of the bottle

How to drink

Reviews (8)

Sweetness

very dry / not sweet very smooth / very sweet

very smooth very dry very sweet not sweet

Average rating

The Definition of Finesse

I was sold after the first nosing!

Complex and interesting

Delamain Pale & Dry XO is unparallel value in the overpriced XO market

Amazing

The most recognizable cognac

Outstanding XO Cognac!

Very pleasing Grande Champagne

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very smooth very dry
very sweet not sweet