Millesime 1972 Petite Champagne Cognac Baron Otard

Baron Otard Vintage 1972 Petite Champagne Cognac

A Singular Vintage from the Heart of Petite Champagne

This exceptional bottle is a true vintage cognac—an unblended eau-de-vie distilled in 1972 from a single cru in Petite Champagne, aged to peak maturity under the careful watch of Baron Otard’s Cellar Master.

Tasting Notes

Appearance (Eye):
An incandescent golden hue with shimmering reflections, reflecting its long, graceful maturation .

Nose:
Opulent and generous: ripe apricot and dried plum lead, followed by sandalwood and candied orange—released by a harmonious aging in dry and humid cellars.

Palate:
Powerful yet balanced at 41.5% cask strength. Floral vine blossom unfolds into a velvety nectar of sun-soaked fruits, completing a lush and harmonious tasting experience.

Finish:
Long and warm, with lingering echoes of summer fruits, citrus zest, and soft spices.

Why You’ll Love It

• Single Cru & Vintage: Authentic Petite Champagne terroir from one exceptional year—bottled in 2012 at cask strength, with only 2,500 bottles released .

• Château Cellar Aging: Matured in the unique microclimate of Château Royal de Cognac's vaulted cellars, combining dry and humid aging for perfect balance .

• Historic Legacy: Baron Otard, founded in 1795 by Jean-Baptiste Antoine Otard at the Château de Cognac, now part of the Bacardi groupoffering both tradition and innovation .

Product Details

• Category: Vintage Cognac

• Region: Petite Champagne, Cognac, France

• Vintage Year: 1972

• Blend: Single cru, single eau-de-vie (no blending)

• Ageing: Aged ~40 years before bottling in 2012

• Bottling Strength: 41.5% ABV (cask strength)

• Alcohol Content: 41.5% ABV

• Volume: 700 ml