Hennessy Beauté du Siècle Cognac
Price: 200 000 $ a bottle
Hennessy is a leader in the cognac world. This was made even more sure with the release of Hennessy Beaute du Siecle Cognac. Appealing to every one of our senses, they have truly created a masterpiece. No doubt this is a product that will be talked about and enjoyed for a long time to come. What makes the Hennessy Beaute du Siecle Cognac so unique? Here is a look at this rare and luxurious find.
The Cognac
For those familiar with the Hennessy name, fine cognac is almost synonymous with it. Their extensive collection of rare and delicious liquor is impressive. Their finest bottles averaging between 47 and 100 years old. Theirs is a reputation that doesn’t disappoint. So the unveiling of the Hennessy Beaute du Siecle Cognac was exciting to many a connoisseur. It boasts a blend of the rarest eaux-de-vie of Hennessy. For good reason, there are only 100 bottles available. If you do not want to miss out, you need to hurry. There are other reasons to help buyers appreciate the value if this liquid gold, its case.
The Bottle
There is a reason, besides rare cognac, for the $200,000 price tag. That reason would be the bottle and where its housed. The Hennessy Beaute du Siecle Cognac was actually designed by a French contemporary artist named Jean-Michel Othoniel. Each prized bottle comes with a set of four glasses, each adorned with gold leaf and aluminum. Housing the precious liquid and its complimentary set of fine glasses, is an elaborate chest. Made of glass and aluminum, its stunning shine is almost blinding. Topped with two Venetian glass colored beads, it is truly the work of a master. You may almost forget that the real treasure is what is housed inside. A pleasure to behold, you will be tempted to keep this piece as a center piece for all to see.
The Hennessy Beaute du Siecle Cognac takes a largely Russian tradition and adds the artistic flair of the style conscious French to create this unique bottle. Not your ordinary drink, this will have your friends talking, and perhaps a little jealous. Add a bit more sophistication to your bar and get in touch with your french contemporary artsy side with this one-of-a-kind find and enjoy the fine taste of the best cognac Hennessy has to offer!
