Martell Cordon Bleu Extra is a richer, older, and more luxurious reinterpretation of one of the most iconic cognacs ever created. Maison Martell, founded in 1715, is the oldest of the great cognac houses, and its legendary Cordon Bleu was created by Edouard Martell in 1912, becoming an international emblem of refinement. This Extra expression, launched in 2016, takes that celebrated blend to new heights. While the standard Cordon Bleu sits at XO quality, Cordon Bleu Extra is an Extra tier cognac, drawing on significantly older eaux de vie: the youngest spirits in the blend are around 30 years old, with the oldest approaching 60 years, all matured in fine grained French oak. As with the original, the soul of the blend is a generous proportion of rare and sought after eaux de vie from the Borderies cru, the smallest of the Cognac growing regions, prized for the elegance, roundness, and floral depth it imparts, here complemented by selections from Grande and Petite Champagne. The result is a cognac of remarkable smoothness and complexity, pouring a deep amber with mahogany reflections that signal its extended maturation. Bottled at 40 percent ABV and presented in an elegant bottle with the signature curved neck, navy blue label, Jean Martell signature, and the blue 1715 medallion commemorating the founding of the House, it makes an exceptional gift or centerpiece for momentous occasions. Best enjoyed neat or over a large ice cube, Cordon Bleu Extra is meant to be sipped slowly and savored, a supremely refined tribute to the icon of the Martell House.
ABV / Proof
| Brand |
Martell |
| Distillery |
Maison Martell, Cognac, France |
| Producer |
Martell (Pernod Ricard) |
| Category |
Cognac, Extra (Extra Old) |
| Expression |
Cordon Bleu Extra |
| Age Statement |
No age statement (youngest eaux de vie around 30 years, oldest near 60 years) |
| Mashbill |
Eaux de vie distilled from white wine grapes (predominantly Ugni Blanc) |
| Maturation |
Aged up to around 30 years and beyond in fine grained French oak; predominantly Borderies cru with Grande and Petite Champagne |
| Bottling |
Extra Old Cognac, Appellation Cognac Contrôlée |
| ABV |
40% |
| Proof |
80 |
| Bottle Size |
750ml |
| Country |
France |
| Region |
Cognac |
Tasting Notes
Color: Deep amber with mahogany reflections and burnished copper glints.
Nose: Tarte Tatin, or caramelized apple pie, with sweet spices like cinnamon, dried apricot, raisin, and almond.
Palate: Exceptionally mellow and rounded, with candied orange peel, dried figs, orchard fruit, and the elegance and complexity of Borderies eaux de vie.
Finish: Long and sustained, with a harmonious blend of fruit and spice.
FAQ
How is Cordon Bleu Extra different from regular Cordon Bleu? The standard Cordon Bleu is an XO quality cognac, while Cordon Bleu Extra is an Extra tier bottling using significantly older eaux de vie and an even more generous portion of very old Borderies cognac.
How old is it? It carries no formal age statement, but the youngest eaux de vie in the blend are around 30 years old and the oldest approach 60 years.
What is the Borderies cru? It is the smallest of the six Cognac growing regions, prized for producing rounded, elegant, floral eaux de vie, and it is central to the Martell house style.
What proof is it? 80 proof, or 40 percent ABV.
How should I serve it? Best enjoyed neat or over a large ice cube, sipped slowly to appreciate its depth.
Where can I buy Martell Cordon Bleu Extra online? Available here at Liquor On Broadway while stock lasts, with fast insured shipping nationwide.
