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Louis XIII unveils ‘The Origin – 1874’ in HK
Rémy Martin has unveiled the first release from its Louis XIII Time Collection series in Hong Kong called ‘The Origin – 1874’, with a staggering asking price of HK$62,800 (US$8,028).
The Cognac, presented in an exclusive decanter, is the classic Louis XIII blend of up to 1,200 eaux-de-vie drawn exclusively from the Grande Champagne region. It’s named ‘The Origin – 1874’ as a tribute to the original decanter created in 1874.
With each edition set to tell a special chapter in the brand’s history, ‘The Origin – 1874’ is the first in a series of limited edition decanters representing key milestones in the brand’s history that will be released every two years.
The design of the decanter is based on the design of the very first decanters used 142 years ago, from the moment Paul-Émile Rémy Martin purchased an old flask unearthed by a farmer in a field near Jarnac, the site of a historic battle, according to the company.
Inspired by its striking shape and regal fleur-de-lys medallions, he decided to create a decanter in its image for a special Cognac made with only the very oldest and rarest eaux-de-vie from Grande Champagne in his cellars.
At that time, the decanter’s distinctive features included 13 dentelle spikes (and not the usual 10 spikes used today) and a unique stopper in the form of an upturned decanter (instead of a fleur-de-lys). The neck and collar seal are in a ‘Champagne-gold’ hue, exclusive to this edition.
Ludovic du Plessis, Louis XIII global executive director, commented: “The greatest stories often have humble beginnings and ours is no exception. It was 1874 and a new, yet very old Cognac was born. A true act of genius, housed in a decanter so unmistakable it has travelled through five centuries and still lives on today.
“‘The Origin – 1874’ marks one of the landmark moments in Louis XIII’s fascinating story, and it will become part of your own personal legacy and tale.”
The special edition will be available in Remfly Wines & Spirits Flagship Store in Wanchai.