ABK6 XO Grande Champagne Cognac
, France
ABK6 Cognac is a modern, family-owned house with deep roots in the Grande Champagne region, the Premier Cru of Cognac. Founded by the Abécassis family, the estate is led by Elisabeth and Francis Abécassis, who are committed to a single-estate philosophy, cultivating, distilling, and ageing all their eaux-de-vie from their own vineyards. This complete control from vine to bottle allows ABK6 to craft Cognacs of exceptional purity, character, and finesse, blending traditional savoir-faire with a sleek, modern aesthetic that appeals to a new generation of spirits enthusiasts.
The ABK6 XO Grande Champagne is a flagship expression, created exclusively from eaux-de-vie grown and distilled in Grande Champagne, Cognac’s most prestigious cru. Aged for an extended period in fine-grain French oak barrels, this XO reveals the full aromatic potential and complexity of Cognac’s finest terroir.
In the glass, it glows with a deep amber hue, showing golden highlights that speak to its maturity. The nose is complex and opulent, with rich aromas of dried apricot, fig, orange marmalade, and vanilla, layered with notes of toasted oak, baking spice, floral honey, and a subtle rancio character. On the palate, it is silky and powerful, unfolding with flavours of caramelised pear, roasted nuts, dark chocolate, and spiced fruitcake, balanced by velvety tannins and a refined oak structure. The finish is long, warming, and beautifully persistent, leaving a final impression of sweet spice, dried fruit, and elegant wood smoke.
ABK6 XO Grande Champagne is a Cognac for the true connoisseur, a statement of craftsmanship and terroir. Whether enjoyed neat by the fire or alongside fine desserts and cheeses, it offers a timeless, indulgent experience that reflects the very best of what Cognac’s Premier Cru has to offer.
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ABK6 Cognac is a dynamic, family-owned Cognac house that champions a modern, single-estate approach to one of France’s most storied spirits. Founded by Francis Abécassis and now managed with the involvement of his daughter Elisabeth, ABK6 is named after the family surname (pronounced “Abé-cassis”) and is committed to producing Cognacs of character, purity, and provenance.
Situated in the heart of the Grande and Petite Champagne crus, ABK6 oversees more than 220 hectares of sustainably farmed vineyards, making it one of the largest independent vineyard owners in Cognac. This rare single-estate model gives the family full control over every step of production from vine to bottle, ensuring a consistent and authentic expression of their terroir in every release.
The ABK6 style is defined by elegance, aromatic richness, and smoothness, crafted through meticulous distillation in traditional Charentais pot stills and patient ageing in French oak barrels. Whether it’s their VSOP, XO, or more limited editions, the house focuses on producing Cognacs that are approachable yet complex, with a focus on purity of fruit and refined oak integration.
Country
France
Producer
ABK6
Alcohol by Volume
40%
Size
70cl
Types
Cognac
Grape
Ugni Blanc
ABK6 XO Grande Champagne Cognac
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