HENNESSY INITIATION

The perfect introduction to Hennessy cognacs, from grape to glass. Suitable for families.

Hennessy cellar agents putting hundreds of oak barrels into place in a traditional ageing cellar
  • Duration 1h30
  • Tasting of Hennessy V.S and V.S.O.P (neat, on the rocks and in a cocktail)
  • Year-round
  • 5 languages : English, French, Chinese, Spanish, German

HENNESSY INITIATION

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Discover 260 years of Hennessy craftsmanship and discover the secrets behind the making of our iconic cognacs.

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Exclusively for Hennessy visitors, start your 90-mn tour with a brief crossing of the Charente River aboard one of our solar-powered boats. Enjoy panoramic vistas of Cognac's historical district as you retrace the route of the flat-bottomed boats that once transported Hennessy cognacs to the world.

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Next, discover the Pavillons' Cellar, where centuries of history blend with a contemporary scenography to reveal how our expert artisans craft unparalleled cognacs.

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Your visit continues in the Faïencerie cellar. There, in the half-light, alignments of hundreds of barrels speak to a mystique that goes back centuries. The wood of the barrels is always hand-calligraphed with chalk to indicate the year of harvest and provenance of the eaux-de-vie. Find out about the natural phenomenon known as the "angels' share."

Guided tasting

To conclude your visit, discover the 11am daily ritual of our Tasting Committee - an organization for excellence that is unique to Hennessy, and sets us apart from all other cognacs - and enjoy a guided tasting of two iconic cognacs: Hennessy V.S and V.S.O.P (served neat, on the rocks and in a cocktail).

This visit is fully accessible to visitors with special access needs. A "Mobility Inclusion" reduced ticket rate is available for them and a guest, bookable online or by email directly with our team.

Please note that pets are not allowed on the grounds.

Practical Information

OPENING HOURS

Year round

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ADDRESS

Quai Maurice Hennessy 16100 Cognac France

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CONTACT

For further information, please contact us on +33 (0)5 45 35 69 00 or via the form below

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