Hennessy Cognac Richard 750mL is the ultimate expression of Maison Hennessy’s art of blending—an extraordinarily rare and prestigious cognac named in honor of Richard Hennessy, the founder of the house in 1765. This masterpiece blend contains some of the oldest and most exceptional eaux-de-vie in Hennessy’s cellars, aged for up to 200 years, carefully selected from the Founder’s Reserves by the Master Blender.

Encased in a hand-blown Baccarat crystal decanter, Hennessy Richard represents centuries of heritage, craftsmanship, and refinement. Bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof), it offers unparalleled depth, complexity, and elegance—delivering an extraordinary tasting experience reserved for true connoisseurs and collectors of fine spirits.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Exquisite aromas of leather, spice, oak, and tobacco with delicate hints of rose, dried fruit, and vanilla.

• Palate: Incredibly smooth and layered with flavors of honey, nutmeg, cinnamon, and dark chocolate balanced by notes of oak, fig, and sandalwood.

• Finish: Endless and velvety with lingering notes of spice, fruit, and aged wood—a testament to centuries of mastery.

FAQs

Q: What is Hennessy Richard Cognac?
A: It’s the most prestigious expression from Maison Hennessy, crafted from a blend of over 100 of the rarest eaux-de-vie, some aged for nearly two centuries, embodying the brand’s history and legacy.

Q: Why is it called “Richard”?
A: Named in honor of Richard Hennessy, the Irish founder who established Maison Hennessy in 1765, symbolizing the brand’s origin and excellence.

Q: What makes it so rare and valuable?
A: The blend includes eaux-de-vie aged up to 200 years, meticulously preserved by generations of Hennessy Master Blenders—making it one of the rarest cognacs in existence.

Q: What is the ABV?
A: Bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) for exceptional smoothness and balance.

Q: What is the bottle made of?
A: Each decanter is crafted from Baccarat crystal, individually numbered and presented in an elegant presentation chest.

Q: How should I enjoy Hennessy Richard?
A: Best savored neat in a crystal snifter at room temperature to fully appreciate its complexity, balance, and long, refined finish.