Hine Antique XO was originally created in 1920 by Georges Hine (grandfather of Bernard Hine, today's Honorary Chairman) and today represents the flagship release from one of the region's top producers.'Antique'was unusual at this time as it was a blend of old cognacs when young cognac was the fashion. Georges'personal nickname for the casks of mature vintage cognacs in the ancient cellars beneath their Jarnac offices on the banks of the River Charente was'antiques', hence the name that has stuck to this day. 90 years after being created, Hine today produces Antique as an XO Premier Cru, and is a blend of over 40 Cognacs exclusively from the Grande Champagne area, Cognac's finest growth. Aged in barrels for a minimum of 10 years, Antique XO is a complex, rich and exquisitely balanced Cognac brimming with forward flavours. Spicy, peppery and floral on the nose, the palate is weighty, suggesting flavours of nutmeg, cinnamon, lavender and baked stone fruit. A delicious Cognac, and one of the best XO releases from the region.£25.71 per 100.00ml