HENNESSY X.O EVOLUTION

Discover one of the Maison’s most iconic blends

Duration 1 hour 45
Themed tasting of Hennessy X.O
Includes a virtual reality experience
Other languages available on request
2 languages : English, French

50 €

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50 €

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Discover how Hennessy X.O evolved from a Hennessy family secret into an iconic cognac of the Maison Hennessy.

A premium experience for cognac lovers, this Hennessy cognac tour is inspired by the subtle, multifaceted blend Maurice Hennessy first created in 1870 to share with his innermost circle. Board a shuttle for a brief crossing of the Charente River — an essential part of the Maison’s history.

Next, you'll delve into the craft of cooperage, the phenomenon of the "angels' share", and the essential role oak casks play in ageing eaux-de-vie.

Additional highlights include a chance to glimpse the cellar Hennessy calls "Paradis" — a repository for some of Maison Hennessy's oldest eaux-de-vie.

Hennessy Mobilis - Olivier Kuntzel et Florence Deygas (Vincent Bousserez)

From May 2023, our guided tours include a next-generation immersive experience and virtual reality odyssey: MOBILIS, the brainchild of world-renowned French artists Olivier Kuntzel & Florence Deygas. Together with a team of 50 talented artists and artisans, they drew a whimsical portrait of Maison Hennessy following a 'carte blanche' invitation from our President, Laurent Boillot.

Les Visites Hennessy - Mobilis experience immersive

Two years in the making, this ambitious work of art blends the simplicity of drawing together with cutting-edge technology, bringing our history and craftsmanship to life in a way never seen before. A must-see when visiting Cognac, MOBILIS cements Hennessy’s position as a landmark wine tourism destination.

To conclude your experience, enjoy a guided tasting ritual at the Hennessy X.O Club bar, with a selection of different eaux-de-vie and the iconic Hennessy X.O cognac itself, both neat and on the rocks, accompanied by three gourmet petits fours. An epicurean adventure for cognac connoisseurs.

Please note that for health reasons, pets are not allowed on the grounds.

For health and safety reasons, the use of virtual reality headsets is reserved to visitors aged 12 and above.

For all visitors aged 12 and above, please note that exposure to virtual reality can disrupt the sensory system and may lead to various mild symptoms (such as nausea, vertigo, cold sweats, paleness or loss of balance) that wear off quickly. The use of these technologies is not recommended for people who suffer from epileptic seizures or sensitive people (pregnant women, people suffering from motion sickness, showing signs of balance disorders or prone to migraines or panic attacks).

For visitors not participating in the virtual reality immersive experience, our visits offer a range of alternative activities in an adjoining room inside the Chai des Pavillons (barrel calligraphy initiation, drawing/colouring, a MOBILIS artistic creation making-of video). These activities have been imagined by the artists Olivier Kuntzel and Florence Deygas. For all minors, it is mandatory for an accompanying adult to be with them in the non-virtual room. Minors aged 12-17 will not be allowed to take part in the virtual reality immersive experience without an accompanying adult.