Remy Martin Louis XIII 1.75L

Rémy Martin Louis XIII 1.75L is an ultra-premium Grande Champagne cognac bottled at 40% ABV in a generous 1.75-liter format. A blend of up to 1,200 individual eaux-de-vie aged between 40 and 100 years, this expression represents one of the most ambitious assemblages in the cognac world — matured exclusively in antique tierçon casks that have not been manufactured since 1917.

Quick Facts: ABV: 40% (80 proof)  |  Origin: Grande Champagne, Cognac, France  |  Aged 40–100 Years  |  Distillery: Rémy Martin

Production & Heritage

Rémy Martin, founded in 1724 in the heart of the Cognac region, sources exclusively from Grande Champagne — the most prized cru in the appellation — for Louis XIII. The eaux-de-vie are double-distilled in small traditional copper alembic pot stills following a natural fermentation of five to seven days. What truly separates this cognac is its maturation: each component ages in tierçons, thin-walled French oak casks originally built for maritime transport that range from 100 to 150 years old. Because tierçon production ceased in 1917, every cask used is an irreplaceable artifact, and each successive cellar master inherits the responsibility of blending across generations of stock accumulated over a century of continuous aging.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with dense, layered scents of fig, prune, and dried honeycomb before shifting into floral territory — dried roses, iris, and jasmine. Underneath, warm pastry dough, maple, and sandalwood provide a deep, resinous foundation.

Taste: The entry is rich and intensely woody, carrying fig, date, and dried apricot along a velvety midpalate. Layers of passion fruit, ginger, and nutmeg emerge gradually, joined by cigar box, leather, and a lingering sweetness of honey. The complexity unfolds slowly, with new nuances surfacing at each pass.

Finish: Exceptionally long, warm, and smooth, favoring oak-driven depth over fruit-forward sweetness. Trailing notes of myrrh, plum, and sandalwood linger well after the final sip.

How to Drink Louis XIII

Louis XIII demands to be taken neat, ideally in the brand's signature crystal glass designed to concentrate its aromas, at room temperature or very slightly warmed by the hand. Given the decades-long aging and multi-generational blending behind every pour, adding ice or mixing into cocktails would obscure the cognac's extraordinary complexity. A small splash of still water is acceptable if you wish to open up its floral and spice layers, but this is a spirit meant for contemplative, unhurried sipping.

Best For

• Commemorating a milestone — retirement, major anniversary, or once-in-a-lifetime achievement
• Building or anchoring an ultra-premium spirits collection
• Presenting an unforgettable gift to a serious cognac collector
• After-dinner service at a formal gathering where the spirit itself is the occasion

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Louis XIII taste like? Louis XIII delivers an intensely layered profile of dried fig, date, prune, and honey anchored by deep oak, sandalwood, and cigar box character, with delicate floral and spice notes of jasmine, ginger, and nutmeg woven throughout.

How does Louis XIII compare to Hennessy Paradis? Both occupy the ultra-premium cognac tier, but Louis XIII uses exclusively Grande Champagne eaux-de-vie aged 40 to 100 years in antique tierçon casks, while Hennessy Paradis blends younger stocks (typically up to 30+ years) from multiple crus across the Cognac region. The result is a markedly deeper, more oak-driven and complex profile in Louis XIII compared to the somewhat brighter, fruit-forward character of Paradis.

Is Louis XIII good for sipping neat? Louis XIII is designed specifically for neat sipping; the century-spanning blend of eaux-de-vie reveals its full range of aromas and flavors only when served at room temperature without dilution or ice.

Where is Louis XIII made? Louis XIII is produced by the House of Rémy Martin in Cognac, France, using eaux-de-vie sourced exclusively from the Grande Champagne appellation — the premier cru of the Cognac region, prized for its chalky soils that produce the most age-worthy spirits.

What foods pair well with Louis XIII? Dark chocolate truffles complement its deep fig and prune notes; aged Comté or Gruyère echoes its nutty, caramelized oak character; foie gras matches its richness and honeyed sweetness; dried fruit and nut assortments mirror its concentrated fruit profile; and a fine cigar parallels its leather and tobacco-box qualities.

What sizes does Louis XIII come in? Louis XIII is available in several formats, including 50ml miniatures, 375ml half bottles, the standard 750ml, and the 1.75L magnum size featured here.

Is Louis XIII worth the price? Louis XIII sits at the pinnacle of the ultra-premium cognac category, and its price reflects a century of uninterrupted aging, irreplaceable antique casks, and up to 1,200 blended eaux-de-vie — it is not a casual purchase but rather an investment in one of the most ambitious spirits expressions produced anywhere in the world.

Why Louis XIII?

No other widely available cognac ages its components for up to a full century in casks that can never be replaced. The tierçons used for Louis XIII — thin-walled French oak barrels last manufactured in 1917 — impart a character that simply cannot be replicated with modern cooperage, giving each bottling a direct physical link to pre-World War I craftsmanship. The blend of up to 1,200 individual eaux-de-vie, all from Grande Champagne's premier terroir, represents a relay of cellar masters spanning multiple generations, each contributing selections that their predecessors began decades earlier. For serious cognac enthusiasts, the 1.75-liter format provides a rare opportunity to experience this singular spirit in a size that invites repeated exploration over time.