DISTILLERY TOUR

An exclusive insider's look at a Hennessy distillery in full swing (limited-time only, October to March)

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Duration 2h
Tasting of Hennessy V.S (neat) and Hennessy X.O (neat and in a cocktail)
Served with 2 macarons
Limited-time only (October to March)
Transportation included
Small group
Additional dates available upon request
4 languages : English, French, Spanish, German

DISTILLERY TOUR

85 €

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85 €

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Welcome to Hennessy's La Groie Distillery, where the magic begins. Witness the transformation of wine into exquisite eaux-de-vie and enjoy a personal encounter with one of our passionate artisan distillers.

After the grapes are harvested and the wine is crafted, our distillers extract its very essence: the eaux-de-vie. This round-the-clock ritual, performed between October and March 31st at the latest, dictates the rhythm of life in our distilleries. Meet one of the dedicated experts overseeing this crucial stage in cognac production.

The spirit undergoes a double distillation in traditional copper stills: the first run yields a raw distillate called "brouillis," while the second, known as "bonne chauffe," releases the heart: a crystal‑clear, aroma‑rich eau‑de‑vie that carries Hennessy’s unmistakable signature.

Did you know? It takes approximately 12kg of grapes to obtain 1 litre of eau-de-vie. Pressing the grapes produces 9 litres of wine. Distilled once, this results in 3 litres of brouillis. Distilled a second time, it generates 1 litre of pure eau-de-vie.

Next, your journey continues to one of Hennessy's historic ageing cellars, lined with oak casks hand-inscribed in chalk script. In this magical place, delve into the intricacies of the maturation process and learn about the natural phenomenon known as the “angels’ share”.

You will also have the privilege of visiting the prestigious 'Paradis' cellar — a repository for some of Maison Hennessy's oldest eaux-de-vie, usually inaccessible to visitors.

Decanter of Hennessy X.O next to a glass of cognac and large ice cubes, on a coffee table

To conclude your experience with a high note, discover the daily ritual of the Hennessy Tasting Committee, a group of experts led by our 8th generation Master Blender, Renaud Fillioux de Gironde.

Indulge in a guided tasting of Hennessy V.S served neat and Hennessy X.O served neat and in a cocktail, paired with 2 macarons. An epicurean adventure for spirit lovers.

Please note that for health reasons, pets are not allowed on the grounds.

Transportation in a small van is included. Do not hesitate to contact us if you're interested in group or private tours, or if you have specific requirements in terms of date or language. We will do our very best to accommodate your needs.