Vallein Tercinier XO Vieille Réserve Fine Champagne Cognac – Cristal Pyramide

Presentation of Maison Vallein Tercinier

The Maison Vallein Tercinier is a family-owned Cognac house located in Chermignac, in the Charente region of France, renowned for its long-aged cognacs and its blends of very old eaux-de-vie.

Founded in 1850, the house produces cognacs made from Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne crus, two of the most prestigious terroirs of the Cognac appellation.

It is particularly recognized for its XO and Hors d’Âge cognacs, characterized by long aging in French oak barrels and an aromatic signature marked by rancio and the complexity of very old eaux-de-vie.

Cognac Vallein Tercinier XO Vieille Réserve Cristal Pyramide

The Cognac Vallein Tercinier XO Vieille Réserve Cristal Pyramide is an exceptional cognac presented in a 50 cl pyramid-shaped crystal decanter.

It is a blend of XO Vieille Réserve cognacs from the Fine Champagne crus (Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne), with the youngest eaux-de-vie aged around 30 to 40 years.

Bottled at 40% ABV, it belongs to the category of very old cognacs, characterized by slow and extended maturation in French oak barrels.

The term Vieille Réserve refers to cognacs that go far beyond XO standards, offering deeper aromatic concentration, a silkier texture, and increased complexity from extended aging.

Technical characteristics of XO Vieille Réserve Cristal Pyramide Cognac

• Appellation: Cognac
• Producer: Maison Vallein Tercinier
• Classification: XO Vieille Réserve
• Crus: Fine Champagne (Grande Champagne & Petite Champagne)
• Aging: blend of eaux-de-vie aged 30 to 40 years
• Alcohol content: 40% ABV
• Volume: 50 cl
• Packaging: Pyramid crystal decanter
• Type: very old cognac / long-aged blend

Aromatic profile of XO Vieille Réserve Cristal Pyramide Cognac

• Color: deep amber with mahogany and old copper reflections.
• Nose: characteristic rancio of very old cognacs, aged leather, vanilla, dried flowers, noble wood, and soft spices.
• Palate: very round and silky, with notes of candied fruit, honey, dried fruits, caramel, and perfectly integrated old wood.
• Finish: extremely long and persistent, marked by rancio, spices, and evolved fruit notes.

Terroir & production of Vallein Tercinier XO Cristal Pyramide Cognac

The Vallein Tercinier XO Vieille Réserve Cristal Pyramide Cognac is a blend of eaux-de-vie from the Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne terroirs, known collectively as Fine Champagne.

These crus are renowned for their exceptional aging potential, allowing eaux-de-vie to develop remarkable aromatic complexity after decades in French oak barrels.

The extended aging period of 30 to 40 years encourages the development of rancio, the signature aroma of very old cognacs, along with a smoother and more integrated texture.

Why choose Vallein Tercinier XO Cristal Pyramide Cognac?

• Exceptional aging: eaux-de-vie aged 30 to 40 years.
• XO Vieille Réserve classification: above standard XO cognacs.
• Prestigious crus: Fine Champagne (Grande & Petite Champagne).
• Aromatic signature: rancio, candied fruit, old wood, soft spices.
• Independent house: family expertise since 1850.
• Premium format: 50 cl crystal pyramid decanter.
• Strength: perfectly balanced 40% ABV.