Philbert XO Cognac – Grande & Petite Champagne Premium XO Cognac (long aging)

Philbert XO Cognac is a premium cuvée from Maison Philbert, crafted from selected eaux-de-vie from the crus of Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne, the most prestigious terroirs of the Cognac appellation.

This XO is a blend of eaux-de-vie that have been long aged in French oak barrels, offering advanced aromatic maturity and great complexity.

Philbert XO Cognac stands out for its balance between power, finesse and roundness, with an artisanal style and a faithful expression of the Charente terroir.

Maison Philbert – Independent terroir cognac house

Maison Philbert is an independent family-owned house specializing in the production of terroir-driven cognacs from the finest Cognac appellations.

It selects and blends eaux-de-vie mainly from Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne, known for their exceptional aging potential.

Philbert cognacs are recognized for their artisanal approach and their pursuit of balance between authenticity and modernity.

Philbert XO Cognac – extended XO aging

Philbert XO Cognac is made from eaux-de-vie that have been aged for a long time in French oak barrels, well beyond the official XO minimum requirement (10 years).

This extended aging develops complex notes of noble rancio, dried fruits, sweet spices, cocoa and fine wood.

It offers a balanced structure between aromatic intensity and elegance, typical of great terroir XO cognacs.

Philbert XO Cognac Specifications

• Appellation : Grande Champagne & Petite Champagne
• House : Philbert
• Type : XO (Extra Old)
• Grape variety : Ugni Blanc
• Aging : long aging in French oak barrels
• Alcohol content : 40% vol.
• Style : terroir cognac, blend of crus

Philbert XO Cognac Aromatic Profile

• Color : deep amber with copper highlights
• Nose : dried fruits, plum, fig, vanilla, noble wood, sweet spices
• Palate : round, full-bodied and structured, notes of caramel, cocoa, candied fruits and delicate rancio
• Finish : long, elegant and persistent

Why choose Philbert XO Cognac?

• Terroir blend : Grande & Petite Champagne
• Extended XO aging : beyond legal minimum
• Aromatic complexity : noble rancio, dried fruits, fine wood
• Independent house : artisanal craftsmanship
• Perfect balance : power and elegance

FAQ – Philbert XO Cognac

How old is Philbert XO Cognac?

Philbert XO Cognac is made from long-aged eaux-de-vie, generally exceeding 10 years and in some blends reaching much older ages.

Where does it come from?

It comes from Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne, two crus known for fine eaux-de-vie with excellent aging potential.

What is the difference between XO and VSOP?

XO requires a minimum aging of 10 years, resulting in significantly greater aromatic complexity than VSOP.

How should it be enjoyed?

It is best enjoyed neat in a tulip glass at room temperature to fully reveal its aromatic richness.