Nouvel has a long history of crafting delicate bottles for international perfume brands. Since 2007, the company has also focused on designing packaging for spirits, employing both artisanal and semi-automated processes that enable unique shapes and cuts in glass bottles. This blend of expertise made it possible to realize the design vision Coutanseaux had for special editions of cognac such as XXO - Grande Champagne and XO - Grande Champagne; both bottles reference those that preserve essences and aromas.
The reference to “foudres” or “barriques” is intrinsic to this bottle, which contains a blend resulting from an exclusive combination of cognacs aged for a minimum of 25 years in these wooden vessels.
The XXO bottle stands out with its avant-garde appearance and unique design: a silhouette with bold lines, accentuated by a droplet-shaped base and facets reminiscent of barrel staves. The reference to “foudres” or “barriques” is intrinsic to this bottle, which contains a blend resulting from an exclusive combination of cognacs aged for a minimum of 25 years in these wooden vessels. This nod to the original containers allows for the extraction of compounds that impart distinctive flavors and aromas, while the design remains elegantly refined. At the base of the bottle lies a treasure: a droplet suspended to capture this precious elixir, connecting the eau-de-vie with its origin: the grape berries. This visual thread enriches the experience of discovering XXO cognac.
In contrast, the XO cognac is crafted from a blend of eaux-de-vies aged for at least 15 years, representing a true terroir cognac known for its delicate notes of fresh fruit and spices. The subtlety of its flavors and aromas is highlighted within a sophisticated, elongated decanter. The delicately polished crystal of the bottle allows for a visual and sensory appreciation of its beautiful amber color, a testament to its aging in oak barrels over several years—a distinctive feature of Coutanseaux Aîné's exceptional quality.
