Hine 1975

In partnership with San Francisco-based importer, Hotaling & Co., the House of HINE just announced the U.S. release of Hine 1975 – a rare eau-de-vie sourced exclusively from Grande Champagne that has been matured for half a century.

Presented in a porcelain decanter handcrafted by French porcelain maison, Bernardaud, according to the company, Hine 1975 is the first release in a new vintage collection from the cognac house.

“1975 was a year of bold creativity, cultural evolution and one of the greatest Cognac vintages of the twentieth century,” said Paul Szersnovicz, cellar master, Hine, in a news release. “Exceptional climatic conditions fostered grapes of perfect balance and aromatic depth, resulting in an eau-de-vie of extraordinary quality. Powerful yet elegantly refined, Hine 1975 is a testament to the fruits of this remarkable vintage and to Hine’s enduring commitment to capturing the pure essence of Grande Champagne.”

The decanter’s sculptural form features three broad faces, according to the company. It’s crowned with a fluted stopper inspired by Hine’s historic style. The decanter’s artwork was designed by French artist, Manon Briquet de Valon, and each subsequent vintage in the series will feature a new interpretation by Briquet de Valon.

This rare lot – sourced from a single plot in Grande Champagne in 1975 – was matured in the house’s cellars for five decades in fine-grained, lightly toasted 350-liter oak casks, according to the company. Hine 1975 offers notes of roasted pineapple, baked apple and spice.

“Hine 1975 exemplifies the artistry and rarity that collectors and connoisseurs seek – where craftsmanship, culture and time converge to create something truly exceptional,” said Brian Radics, chief marketing officer, Hotaling & Co., in the release. “We’re honored to bring this extraordinary collaboration between two world-class French maisons – Hine and Bernardaud – to the U.S. market.”

Only 500 hand-numbered decanters of this limited-edition vintage have been produced, according to the company. Hine 1975 is available in the U.S. and select global markets in two exclusive presentations:

Timeless Ritual (SRP $10,100): A collector’s gift set including two crystal tasting glasses, a Bernardaud porcelain tray and custom coasters.

Timeless Poetry (SRP $5,500): Featuring an embossed presentation box designed by Atelie Créanog.

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