PARIS, March 24, 2023 (Archyde.com) /PRNewswire/ – CARE AND CARE OF MIRACLES
10 years following the RARE CASK 42.6, LOUIS XIII has the honor to unveil the RARE CASK 42.1 – a true marvel of time and nature for the ultimate expression of cognac LOUIS XIII. Available in a limited edition of just over 775 unique black crystal decanters, the RARE CASK 42.1 opens a gateway to the wonders of the world and ventures into realms of the unknown and unusual in search of the extraordinary.
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The tierçons that rest in the shadows of the cellars of the Domaine de Grollet, the gathering place of LOUIS XIII’s legacy, are true wonders in their own right. Together they hold a lovingly guarded collection of eaux-de-vie, precious memories from the Cognac Grande Champagne region, from which LOUIS XIII Cognac is ultimately created.
Each tierçon is crafted from French oak that has been aged for over 100 years. They are said to have their own spirit that speaks to the eaux-de-vie. Each acorn planted is a promise of the gift of time and nature: thinking of the centuries to come, LOUIS XIII creates wonderful prospects for future generations.
In the dark and seemingly undisturbed, the eaux-de-vie undergo an almost magical transformation in the casks. You get a moving, intense color with fascinating mahogany tones that will shine impressively once they are brought to light one day. The combined forces of time and nature, acting through an infinite number of interrelated cycles, give LOUIS XIII cognac its inimitable complexity.
As visionaries and guardians, the Cellar Masters of LOUIS XIII safeguard the distant future by preserving our heritage in an ongoing process of transmission – and thus a timeless cognac with an unshakable, ever-resurrecting soul. Baptiste Loiseau, who represents the fifth generation of cellar masters from LOUIS XIII, combines curiosity with humility in a balanced relationship, an art of wonder in order to constantly incorporate new knowledge into an ever-growing body of knowledge.
The unveiling of a RARE CASK is a unique moment in the life of a LOUIS XIII cellar master, as a single lifetime is not always long enough to experience such a spontaneous, rare event.
„While the uniqueness of a RARE CASK stems from a natural wonder, the know-how required for its creation comes from the transmission of an art from generation to generation, with each cellar master continuing the practices of his predecessors“, explains Baptiste Loiseau.
The meticulous tasting of the eaux-de-vie during their aging, as part of the endless transmission of know-how, is part of a cellar master’s lifelong task of passing on the legacy of LOUIS XIII. RARE CASK 43.8 was discovered in 2004 by Cellar Master Pierrette Trichet and was followed in 2009 by the discovery of RARE CASK 42.6 by Baptiste Loiseau and Pierrette Trichet, who were working together at the time. Now, for the third time in history, in an unexpected departure from normal timing, a revelation comes with the discovery of RARE CASK 42.1 by Baptiste Loiseau.
Inexplicably and unexpectedly, a single Tierçon has just unveiled its unique, exceptional aromatic profile, giving LOUIS XIII Cognac a distinct, never-before-seen expression with an unexpected alcohol content of 42.1%.
Drawing inspiration from the unknown and the unusual, Baptiste Loiseau seizes the opportunities that time can give and artfully crafts the wonders of the future.
It takes a special sensitivity to hear the whispers of nature in the midst of all the silence. Baptiste Loiseau listens attentively to the exchanges inside the tierçon between the centenary oak and the eaux-de-vie, cultivating the expression of the RARE CASK 42.1 and letting his instinct decide when the right moment has come for this wonder in all its splendour can be enjoyed.
„For the discovery of Rare Cask 42.1 I trusted my instincts and relied on emotions rather than science. I rely on my memories“, – sgt. Baptiste Loiseau.
10 years later, in March 2023, RARE CASK 42.1 is set to be presented to the world. The Tierçon will fill a limited run of just over 775 decanters specially crafted by Baccarat in black crystal glass. The design of each decanter is a spectacular demonstration of the synergy of art and know-how: achieving a perfect, jewel-like black finish requires incredible talent and extreme care. For a brief moment, a rapid collaboration of 20 master craftsmen is required in a race once morest time to complete over 50 precise steps before the molten material hardens and forms a radiant work of art. Finally, the resulting decanter is adorned with a gold and rhodium-plated neck and ring with fine engraving depicting France’s quatrefoil pattern, a nod to the Fleur-de-Lys.
RARE CASK 42.1 is the first edition presented with a serving ritual set. The black crystal glass decanter is complemented by crystal glasses decorated with black quatrefoils and a serving pipette with a black medallion.
An exclusive event in Venice, Italy, will celebrate the discovery of RARE CASK 42.1 and this special moment in time, with the theme “Care for Wonders”. Venice, a city of centuries unique legacy, cultural heritage, has retained an artistic beauty continues to be a source of inspiration that attracts creative individuals around the globe.LOUIS XIII ties in with the lasting memories of the legendary events at an underground location in Guilin, China, to RARE CASK 43.8, and in Udaipur, India for the RARE CASK 42.6, to once once more share with carefully selected customers and press from around the world the spontaneity of a cognac that represents a new milestone in building a timeless legacy.
With the RARE CASK 42.1, LOUIS XIII reminds us of the importance of nurturing miracles—the appreciation of time and nature, at the crossroads of art and know-how—so that those wonders can continue to delight people.
This RARE CASK will also be available to discover as part of an exclusive tasting experience in multiple cities around the world including Paris, Zurich, London, Dubai, Beverly Hills, New York, Miami, Las Vegas, Kuala Lumpur.
Live the LOUIS XIII RARE CASK experience to fully understand the RARE CASK 42.1 and see the wonders it offers unfold:
About LOUIS XIII
Since 1874, the cognac LOUIS XIII has been created once more and once more from the precious eaux-de-vie from Cognac Grande Champagne, which are passed on from generation to generation and expertly mixed. Time is the raw material from which this rare cognac with its unshakeable essence is fashioned.
Led by cellar master Baptiste Loiseau, LOUIS XIII is the symbol of a lasting bond with nature and the terroir, strengthened by the patina of age. Every drop is a living legacy, every decanter celebrates the visionary minds and the human hands shaping the future by helping to shape tomorrow’s world today.
Think a century ahead!
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