Remy Martin VSOP 750ML

Rémy Martin VSOP 750ML is a Fine Champagne Cognac bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) in a 750ml format. Recognized with a Double Gold Medal at the 2012 San Francisco World Spirits Competition and 93 points from Wine Enthusiast, this expression holds a singular distinction: it was the first VSOP Fine Champagne Cognac ever created, and Rémy Martin remains the only major cognac house that works exclusively with Fine Champagne designations.

Quick Facts: ABV: 40%  |  Origin: Cognac, France (Grande & Petite Champagne)  |  VSOP  |  Distillery: Rémy Martin

Production & Heritage

Rémy Martin, founded in 1724 in the heart of the Cognac region, sources grapes — predominantly Ugni Blanc (97%), with small percentages of Colombard and Folle Blanche — exclusively from the Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne crus. The VSOP expression blends eaux-de-vie sourced roughly 55% from Grande Champagne and 45% from Petite Champagne, meeting the strict Fine Champagne appellation requirement. Distillation follows the traditional method: wine is double-distilled on its fine lees in small copper pot stills, preserving aromatic richness, before aging in French Limousin oak barrels that impart vanilla depth and structured tannins.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with ripe apricot and baked apple, moving into vanilla and clove spice drawn from the Limousin oak. Underneath, a delicate floral quality emerges alongside a subtle earthiness and fresh pear.

Taste: The palate enters with dried figs and raisins, building through a mid-palate of dark cocoa powder, caramel, and Brazil nuts. Licorice and cola notes add complexity before oak-driven warmth carries the profile to its peak, with sweet orange peel threading throughout.

Finish: Medium in length, the finish delivers a salty mineral quality balanced by spicy nuts and a fading warmth. Lingering cocoa and dried fruit keep the final impression focused and clean.

How to Drink Rémy Martin VSOP

Neat or over a single large ice cube allows the full spectrum of dried fruit and oak spice to develop gradually; a few drops of water open up the floral aromatics. This VSOP also has the structure and fruit intensity to anchor several classic cocktails:

• Sidecar — The apricot and vanilla backbone pairs seamlessly with Cointreau and fresh lemon, producing a balanced, citrus-forward drink.
• Cognac Old Fashioned — Dried fig and cocoa notes stand up to sugar and Angostura bitters without losing complexity.
• French 75 (Cognac variation) — The floral character and ripe fruit of this VSOP add depth to champagne and lemon juice in this elegant variation on the gin original.

Best For

• Introducing a serious spirits drinker to quality Cognac
• Hosting a dinner party with a French-inspired menu
• Gifting a whisky or brandy enthusiast exploring new categories
• Building a well-rounded home bar with a versatile Cognac

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Rémy Martin VSOP taste like? Rémy Martin VSOP delivers a rich palate of dried figs, raisins, dark cocoa, and caramel, layered over vanilla and licorice. The nose is fruit-forward with apricot and baked apple, and the finish is medium with a distinctive salty, spiced-nut character.

How does Rémy Martin VSOP compare to Hennessy VSOP Privilège? Both are premium VSOP Cognacs, but Rémy Martin VSOP is classified as Fine Champagne, meaning it draws exclusively from the top two crus, while Hennessy Privilège sources from a broader range. Rémy Martin leans toward ripe fruit, floral notes, and licorice, whereas Hennessy Privilège tends to emphasize pronounced vanilla, oak, and baking spice.

Is Rémy Martin VSOP good for sipping neat? Yes — the 40% ABV and layered fruit-and-oak profile make it well-suited to neat sipping. A single large ice cube or a few drops of water can further open the floral and apricot aromatics.

Where is Rémy Martin VSOP made? Rémy Martin VSOP is produced in the Cognac region of southwestern France. The house, established in 1724, sources its grapes exclusively from the Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne growing areas, the two most prized crus in the appellation.

What foods pair well with Rémy Martin VSOP? Dark chocolate truffles complement the cocoa and caramel notes. Aged Comté cheese mirrors the nutty, earthy character. Roasted duck with fig glaze echoes the dried-fruit profile. Crème brûlée picks up the vanilla and caramel. Salted almonds accentuate the finish's salty, spiced-nut quality.

What sizes does Rémy Martin VSOP come in? The standard and most widely available size is the 750ml bottle; Rémy Martin also produces the VSOP in 375ml, 200ml, and 1L formats depending on market availability.

Is Rémy Martin VSOP worth the price? Rémy Martin VSOP positions as a premium VSOP Cognac, priced in line with — or slightly above — other major-house VSOPs. The Fine Champagne designation, 93-point Wine Enthusiast rating, and Double Gold from the San Francisco World Spirits Competition provide strong value justification within its tier.

Why Rémy Martin VSOP?

The Fine Champagne designation is the defining advantage here: by blending only Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne eaux-de-vie, Rémy Martin achieves a depth of fruit and aromatic complexity that broader-sourced VSOPs rarely match. No other major Cognac house commits exclusively to Fine Champagne across its entire range. The traditional on-lees distillation in small copper pot stills preserves a richness that carries through the Limousin oak aging, and the result — validated by a Double Gold Medal at the 2012 San Francisco World Spirits Competition and 93 points from Wine Enthusiast — is a Cognac that performs as confidently in a Sidecar as it does in a snifter after dinner.