Classiques
The Classic Collection brings together four historical cognacs,
that were the first to be released under the Tesseron name.
The Maison Abel Tesseron renowned for producing old and mature blends, used to present their samples under ‘Lot’ numbers, that historically was the trade term used to identify a blend.
Using this traditional method of identification and delving into the cellars of their legendary collection of age-old Grande Champagne reserves, the Tesseron family has released four numbered ‘Lot’ cognacs; reflecting the lifetimes’ work of four generations of refined cognac makers.
Each of these cognacs illustrates the mastery and artfulness of their heritage.
This remarkable cognac range starts with the ten year-old LOT n°90 XO OVATION and spans three further generations with :
LOT n°90 XO OVATION, LOT n°76 XO TRADITION,
LOT n° 53 XO PERFECTION, LOT n°29 XO EXCEPTION.
This range provides a unique opportunity to experience the different qualities between each generation.
Classiques
LOT N°90
XO OVATION
GRAPE VARIETIES Ugni Blanc
APPELLATIONS Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne, Fins Bois
AGED More than ten years in Limousin oak casks
TASTING NOTE
Color : Attractive golden
Nose : Very fresh pear & quince notes on attack, give way to herbaceous elements, dried fruits and nuts, fresh, with intriguing hints of almond
Palate : Firm, focussed, powerful, reflecting the aromatics presented by the nose – typical, young, quality cognac
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LOT N°76
XO TRADITION
An exceptional blend of reserve stocks of Grande Champagne Cognac, matured to perfection in old casks. Lot n°76 immediately establishes its quality on the nose, which exhibits a wealth of caramelised peaches, almond and candied fruit aromas. This carries on magnificently through to the palate, with rich, delicate flavours of nuts and dried fruits – a wonderful range of tasteful sensations.
GRAPE VARIETIES Ugni Blanc
APPELLATION Grande Champagne
AGED More than one generation in Limousin oak casks
TASTING NOTE
Color : Very clear and bright
Nose : Very alluring and expressive, this presents a sensation of fruit compote layered with hints of honey and leather, all lifted by floral tones
Palate : Generous on attack, a wonderful and spicy vitality with a rounded and harmonious finish
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LOT N°53
XO PERFECTION
A blend of our most sublime stocks of Grande Champagne cognac. It has a sumptuous topaz colour with a bouquet of plums, figs, and chocolate on the palate. This cognac borders on perfection, finesse and complexity complemented by a refreshing lift on the finish.
GRAPE VARIETIES Ugni Blanc and Colombard
APPELLATION Grande Champagne
AGED More than two generations in Limousin oak casks
TASTING NOTE
Color : Splendid mahogany
Nose : Wonderful, heady aromatic tang, borne of long wood ageing is immediately compelling. This gives way to hints of wood, dried fruits & tobacco - very rich and generous.
Palate : An extremely appetising cognac, opulent, rounded and yet vivacious. Pepper & spices emerge initially before revealing dark chocolate and fresh herbs. Complex, it shows supreme finesse, supple opulence and very good length.
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LOT N°29
XO EXCEPTION
Rare jewel of the Tesseron collection of cognacs. A unique blend of legendary Grande Champagne, the cream of our oldest and rarest stocks, lovingly aged for more than three generations. Balancing power and finesse, EXCEPTION has a floral bouquet, allied to chocolate and mocha notes. This is complemented by that elusive, ethereal nose which is so typical of only the very best old cognac. This subtle elixir has an extraordinarily long aftertaste, and its lovely amber highlights reflect its very slow ageing – the quintessence of elegance.
GRAPE VARIETIES Ugni Blanc, Folle Blanche and Colombard
APPELLATION Grande Champagne
AGED More than three generations in Limousin oak casks
TASTING NOTE
Color : Lustrous topaz
Nose : Heady, decadent nose, followed by layers of leather, honey, figs, plums and exotic fruit laced with oak
Palate : Supremely elegant, combines macerated dried fruit with hints of mocha and cocoa, refreshed by floral aromatics. Extremely well balanced and wonderfully complex with marmalade notes emerging on a persistent, stylish finish.
This Lot owes its freshness and purity to the vivacity of our eaux-de-vies. It displays an especially attractive combination of vigour and complexity, which several ice cubes bring out perfectly – a first encounter with a great cognac. Made from the finest terroirs in Cognac –Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne and Fins Bois.