Hennessy The Horse Edition Chinese New Year 2026 Limited Edition

A Masterpiece of Grace, Tenacity, and Rare Craftsmanship

The Hennessy Zodiac Collection: The Horse Edition is an extraordinary tribute to both Chinese astrology and the French art of cognac. As part of a prestigious 12-year cycle, this 2026 release honors the Year of the Horse, an animal that resonates deeply with the Hennessy family’s own equestrian heritage and history of sporting champions.

This is not merely a cognac; it is a "Chef-d'œuvre" of the Atelier des Éditions Rares in Cognac. With only 50 individually numbered decanters available worldwide, it represents one of the most exclusive offerings in the history of the Maison.

The Art of the Blend: Spirit of the Horse

For this 2026 edition, Renaud Fillioux de Gironde, Hennessy’s 8th Generation Master Blender, has curated a selection of rare eaux-de-vie exclusively from previous Years of the Horse. This specific maturation process has yielded a cognac defined by its refined freshness and bold spirit, meticulously crafted to mirror the noble creature it represents. It captures the perfect balance between the grace of movement and the tenacity of strength.

The Union of Two Cultures: Traditional Knotwork

The decanter is adorned with traditional Chinese knotting, a folk art symbolizing luck and prosperity.

• Handcrafted Excellence: The knots are hand-tied in China by a Master Knotter before being sent to the Atelier in Cognac for final assembly.

• Symbolic Motifs: The design features two distinct patterns: the Chinese Saddle Knot and the Horseshoe Knot. While the horseshoe is a classic European symbol of good fortune, the saddle knot pays homage to the equestrian bond, creating a bridge between East and West.

An Exceptional Presentation

Every element of this offer has been designed to reflect the prestige of the liquid within:

• The Baccarat Crystal Decanter: Fashioned by the legendary House of Baccarat, this refined crystal carafe is hand-engraved and hand-painted. It features a delicate filigree pattern illustrating the vibrant "Time Flies" mural by artist Trajan Jia.

• The Lacquered Casket: The decanter is housed in a deep red lacquered wooden box, a color synonymous with wealth and joy, echoing the golden filigree of the crystal.

• The Atelier Touch: Each set is finished at the Atelier des Éditions Rares, where experts handle the delicate knotting, the manual filling of the crystal, and the hand-calligraphed Certificate of Authenticity.

Product Specifications

• House: Hennessy
• Collection: Zodiac Collection (Year 4 of 12)
• Edition: The Horse (2026)
• Master Blender: Renaud Fillioux de Gironde
  
• Volume: 100cl
• Rarity: Limited to 50 Decanters Worldwide
• Material: Baccarat Crystal & Hand-tied Silk Knots
• Packaging: Red Lacquered Wood Coffret & Hand-calligraphed Bookle