The Story
XO Extra Old. Martell — the XO tier expression from France's oldest major Cognac house, drawing on Martell's signature Borderies cru sourcing to produce an XO with the distinctive violet, nutty character that distinguishes Martell from the Champagne-cru-focused XO expressions of Hennessy and Rémy Martin.
Martell XO continues the house's century-long commitment to the Borderies — the smallest, rarest, and most characteristic cru in Cognac. Where other houses' XO expressions emphasize the richness of Champagne cru aging, Martell XO's Borderies component gives it a more savory, violet-inflected profile that makes it a genuine alternative rather than a direct competitor to Hennessy or Rémy Martin XO.
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Violet, candied fruit, toasted oak, rich leather
- Palate: Plum, walnut, chocolate, warm spice, dried fig
- Finish: Long, warm, Borderies violet and oak
Specs
- House: Martell, Cognac, France (est. 1715)
- Style: XO Cognac — Borderies-focused
- ABV: 40%
- Size: 750ml
Browse all Martell at Wooden Cork or explore our cognac collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How does Martell XO compare to Hennessy XO and Rémy Martin XO? All three are XO-tier Cognacs but with distinct cru profiles. Rémy Martin XO is exclusively Fine Champagne — floral, elegant. Hennessy XO blends all four crus for maximum richness. Martell XO emphasizes Borderies — more savory, violet, and nutty than either.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
XO Extra Old. Martell — the XO tier expression from France's oldest major Cognac house, drawing on Martell's signature Borderies cru sourcing to produce an XO with the distinctive violet, nutty character that distinguishes Martell from the Champagne-cru-focused XO expressions of Hennessy and Rémy Martin.
Martell XO continues the house's century-long commitment to the Borderies — the smallest, rarest, and most characteristic cru in Cognac. Where other houses' XO expressions emphasize the richness of Champagne cru aging, Martell XO's Borderies component gives it a more savory, violet-inflected profile that makes it a genuine alternative rather than a direct competitor to Hennessy or Rémy Martin XO.
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Violet, candied fruit, toasted oak, rich leather
- Palate: Plum, walnut, chocolate, warm spice, dried fig
- Finish: Long, warm, Borderies violet and oak
Specs
- House: Martell, Cognac, France (est. 1715)
- Style: XO Cognac — Borderies-focused
- ABV: 40%
- Size: 750ml
Browse all Martell at Wooden Cork or explore our cognac collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How does Martell XO compare to Hennessy XO and Rémy Martin XO? All three are XO-tier Cognacs but with distinct cru profiles. Rémy Martin XO is exclusively Fine Champagne — floral, elegant. Hennessy XO blends all four crus for maximum richness. Martell XO emphasizes Borderies — more savory, violet, and nutty than either.
