{"product_id":"remy-martin-grand-cru","title":"Rémy Martin Grand Cru Cognac – Fine Champagne Cognac from France","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRémy Martin Grand Cru Cognac is an exquisite expression within the Fine Champagne designation,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e meaning it is exclusively crafted from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem class=\"\"\u003eeaux-de-vie\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e sourced from the two most prestigious crus of the Cognac region:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e These crus are renowned for their chalky soils,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e which are believed to contribute to the finesse,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e complexity,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and exceptional aging potential of the cognacs produced there.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The process begins with the careful selection of Ugni Blanc grapes,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e which are pressed and fermented into a low-alcohol wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This wine then undergoes double distillation in traditional small copper pot stills,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e a method that allows for precise control and the concentration of aromatic compounds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The resulting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem class=\"\"\u003eeaux-de-vie\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (literally \"waters of life\") are then meticulously aged in Limousin oak casks,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e sourced from forests in France that contribute specific tannins and aromas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rémy Martin is particularly known for its long aging periods,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e often exceeding the legal minimums,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e allowing the Cognac to develop profound complexity,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e a rich bouquet of aromas,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and a signature smoothness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The Grand Cru expression represents a specific selection of these aged eaux-de-vie,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e blended by the Cellar Master to achieve a harmonious and exceptionally refined character that showcases the very best of the Fine Champagne terroir.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rémy Martin","offers":[{"title":"375mL","offer_id":44862257561776,"sku":"87236001735","price":159.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0699\/5368\/3632\/files\/Remy_Martin_Grand_Cru_fe9491c0-307e-4b99-8172-76ee00f0d5f4.jpg?v=1764406023","url":"https:\/\/heavyliquor.com\/products\/remy-martin-grand-cru","provider":"Heavy Liquor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}