Why is Rémy Martin so expensive?

There are two main reasons for this: The distillation technique itself is very expensive, since grapes are used as the basic ingredient in spirits rather than grains, and distilling wine from juice can be costly as well.
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Is Rémy Martin expensive?

Due to the fact that brandies don't carry as much exclusivity than cognacs, this can often reflect in the price of the brandy bottles sold. A 750ml bottle of Paul Masson Brandy VSOP ranges from $12.99 - $15.99, while Rémy Martin's VSOP of the same volume goes for roughly $36.99 - $40.99.
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Why is King Louis XIII so expensive?

It's not just a rich legacy, but its delicate maintenance that makes it unique—which means the taste of the cognac hasn't wavered from the first decanter till date. This has been ensured by their cellar masters who pass on their superior knowledge down the generations.
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Is Rémy Martin Louis XIII a good investment?

Cognac – in particular limited editions such as Remy Martin Louis XIII Black Pearl, for example, and older eaux-de-vies – are extremely desirable to collectors. To invest in cognac provides one big advantage over investing in fine wines, in that once it's bottled it doesn't age and generally doesn't spoil.
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What kind of liquor is Rémy Martin?

Rémy Martin is the only major cognac house specializing exclusively in Cognac Fine Champagne. Rémy Martin V.S.O.P is twice the age of a standard V.S, this gold color and versatile V.S.O.P embodies the perfect harmony of powerful and elegant aromas.
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Is Remy Martin better than Hennessy?

Even though Hennessy sells more Cognac overall, it seems that when comparing the two collections, they both win big. According to brand ambassador Maurice Hennessy, an eighth-generation family member, the company's V.S. expression is the most consumed Cognac in the world. And as for Rémy, its V.S.O.P.
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What is the best cognac in the world?

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  • Hennessy Black. Hennessy. ...
  • Rémy Martin XO. Courtesy. ...
  • Hine Antique XO Premier Cru Cognac. Courtesy. ...
  • Ferrand 10 Générations Grande Champagne Cognac. $68 AT RESERVE BAR. ...
  • Courvoisier XO Cognac. Courtesy. ...
  • Bisquit & Dubouché Cognac VSOP. $70 AT RESERVE BAR. ...
  • Martell XO. ...
  • Louis XIII Cognac.
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Is Louis XIII cognac worth it?

Louis XIII is an exceptional Cognac. It's in a class all by itself. The taste of perfection. Even if a bottle is beyond your reach, however, a taste shouldn't be.
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What is so special about Louis XIII cognac?

LOUIS XIII Cognac is often considered the most unique and special spirit in the entire world. And for good reason. Made with a blend of up to 1,200 different eaux-de-vie ranging in age from 40 years to over 100 years old, there really is no other spirit with the same sense of history or heritage.
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What is the most expensive cognac bottle?

A bottle of Gautier Cognac 1762 sold at auction for $144,525.
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What is the most expensive brandy?

The most expensive brandy in this world is the Henri IV Dudognon Heritage Cognac. The price of this brandy can reach up to $2,000,000, with an alcohol content of 41%.
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How much is a bottle of Remy Martin Louis XIII?

All Louis XIII de Rémy Martin is a blend of 1,200 eaux de vie between 40 and 100 years old, aged in oak barrels that are several hundred years old; it costs about $2,400 a bottle at BevMo. A good ol' Rémy Martin XO aged at least 22 years costs $145. (There's even a market for empty Louis XIII bottles on EBay.
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Which is the most expensive brandy in South Africa?

KWV master distiller Pieter de Bod

It is the most exclusive brandy ever produced by KWV, and at a price tag of R100 000, it is also the most expensive South African brandy ever made.
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What is the most expensive shot?

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  • Russo-Baltique Vodka (USD 1.3 Million)
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What is the most expensive alcohol in the world?

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  • Billionaire Vodka – $3.7 Million.
  • Tequila Ley . ...
  • The Macallan Fine & Rare– $2 Million. ...
  • Goût de Diamants – $2.07 Million. ...
  • The Macallan Michael Dillon – $1.53 Million. ...
  • Russo-Baltique Vodka – $1.35 Million. ...
  • Mendis Coconut Brandy VS – $1 Million. ...
  • Diva Vodka – $1 Million. ...
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Why is Hennessy XO so expensive?

Why is Hennessy so expensive? Cognac is typically more expensive than other spirits. The main reason is that the distillation process itself is more expensive. The spirits base ingredient is grapes, rather than grains, and distilling wine from juice is also an expensive process.
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How much is a glass of LOUIS XIII at a restaurant?

There Remy Martin Louis XIII Rare Cask 42,6 will set you back $40,000 per bottle or $800 per glass. In other news, Tuccio also touted the upcoming Thanksgiving dinner the restaurant hosts every year.
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What does Remy Martin Louis XIII taste like?

Louis XIII Cognac which is carefully distilled at Rémy Martin is adored for its fruit, rose, leather and floral flavor notes.
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What is the most expensive Rémy Martin?

With a starting price of US$15,000, the Baccarat crystal decanter eventually fetched US$95,000, making it the most expensive Louis XIII de Rémy Martin Cognac ever sold.
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Is cognac a healthy drink?

According to an article in Livestrong, there is scientific evidence that Cognac may be good for you in moderation. These benefits include: -increase antioxidant levels that can prevent risk of clogged arteries, heart disease, cancer and vision loss and may even help the body absorb other antioxidants.
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How long will cognac last once opened?

The more air in the bottle, the faster this will happen. Realistically, you can think that it's okay to store an open bottle of Cognac for around six months before this deterioration becomes noticeable. If you wish, you can decant the contents into a smaller container.
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