Description

Cognac Salignac Napoléon Très Vieille Fine Champagne – Réserve de l’Aiglon (1970s/1980s)

A Refined Legacy from Grande and Petite Champagne

This Napoléon Réserve de l’Aiglon Cognac, crafted by the historic house of Salignac, is a rare and discreet bottle likely dating back to the 1970s or 1980s. It carries the Fine Champagne designation, meaning it is a blend of eaux-de-vie sourced exclusively from the region’s two most prestigious crus: Grande Champagne (at least 50%) and Petite Champagne.

Bearing the “Napoléon” label, this cognac has undergone extensive aging in oak casks—well beyond the legal minimum—to reach a level of exceptional aromatic maturity. The term “Très Vieille” (“Very Old”) signals a prolonged aging period and reflects a depth and complexity reserved for truly fine cognacs.

Its deep mahogany color suggests richness and evolution. The nose is intense and elegant, offering notes of noble rancio, dried fruits (fig, prune, walnut), leather, blond tobacco, precious woods, and gentle spices. On the palate, it is supple and velvety, with a warm, lingering finish typical of well-aged Fine Champagne cognacs.

Beyond its sensory appeal, the Réserve de l’Aiglon captivates with its vintage bottle design—a classic echo of French refinement in the golden age of spirits. This cognac invites slow, contemplative sipping, best enjoyed neat, in a quiet moment of reflection.

Caractéristiques

Castle / Estate / House	Maison Salignac
Designation	Cognac
Degree of alcohol (% vol)	40
Capacity (cl)	70
Color	Amber
Référence	116h