Martell XO Cognac Review No. 36
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- Опубликовано: 6 сен 2018
- Welcome to Max's Cognac Review. I am an avid cognac enthusiast and explorer. There is very little information and opinion on quality cognacs so I felt compelled to share my nose and thoughts. The goal is to help educate and assist others in making the right decisions for their palate and wallets. Please enjoy it with a wee dram!
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As the other said.. Great to have you back reviewing. You have certainly assisted me in purchasing the right bottle when funds are scarce.. Great reveiw. Thanks
Ben Cadman Thank you! It is a pleasure! I truly appreciate the support! Cheers 🥂
Great to see you again,spot on review,I had the opportunity to enjoy this recently and it is truly amazing
harrybhappy Thanks Harry! It was a pleasure to review. This expression is one of my favorite XOs to date. I happy to hear that you enjoyed it as well. Cheers 🥂
Is nice to see you again,good review as always I am new in cognac world and you channel help me a lot to enjoy my little collection.
I have recibe some old bottles in legacy of my uncle (rip) Otard,,Corvousier,Grand Marnier,Benedictine and some glasses and warmer tool, In he first I haven’t idea what it was so I began to research on internet...now after to drink and enjoy some bottles I decide to buy my ones, and thanks to your reviews I am more interested in this fantastic cognac world.Cheers!
Thanks, MCatalan! I am pleased to hear that you enjoy them. I truly appreciate your kind words and support. Cheers!
I love your knowledge and reviews but that tasting part got me rolling 💀. It sounded like you were testing mouthwash for a minute 😂 lmaoooo
Haha! You got me there! General rule of thumb is one second for every year the spirit is aged... but I was def milkin it. Thanks for checking out the review! Cheers
the comment and the reply are killing me 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Agree with this remark, dreadful sound, made me turn the sound off. The words however are very good
@@jaixaphoto Actually the sounds makes it so that I feel like I'm the one tasting it!=)
One of my favourites! Just behind the Normandin Mercier 30 year old XO
Got my bottle tonight and it’s remarkable. It’s everything your review explains. Incredible🥃
Best review so far.
Thank you! I truly appreciate the kind words and support. Cheers 🥂
Thanks Max, great review!
Hey Mitar! Thanks for checking out the review! I appreciate the support! CHeers
You're welcome. It would be great to do a video where you can compare those 4 XOs (Henn, Martel, Remy and Courv) + Cordon Bleu. Keep it up!
I have the Henny, Rémy and Courvoisier XO’s. I’m watching this to see if I should have this one too.
This is my favorite cognac, complex, dried fruit...delicious.
I could not agree more! It is my new all time favorite! Thank for checking out the review. Cheers!
We have Martell Extra a long neck bottle came with a red felt cigar case with a medallion bought 25 years ago. Not sure of they are made anymore.
Martell XO and Remy Martin XO are both great cognacs! In my hometown, they both cost 170 euros. I think it's a fair price for a quality item. Perfect pleasure! *** By the way, the best video on this topic! Thank you!
Nice review! I just got me a bottle the other day too. Can you do a review on Hennessy Pure White?
Nice job as always 🙌
Tonights Poison Thanks Jas! Martell is always a pleasure to review! Cheers
After having some experience with both, would you prefer the XO or Cordon Bleu?
i'ma simple mano. i see max's video, i push like button
Hey MAx! Thank you for the support. I truly appreciate it! Cheers
Omg sounds amazing wish I could taste that...
I strongly recommend giving it a try... especially if you are new to Cognac. It is incredibly smooth and easy going! Cheers 🥂
I know you said Martell XO is your top pick of the big 4 XOs but how would you rank all 4 in order from best to worst with A De Fussigny XO as an added extra? Thanks
So high damn, I cant choose between the Heny Remy Courv and this one now
Ha! This is the ONE! I promise you will not be disappointed. It is on a whole another level. Cheers
Is this more of a special occasion cognac? Or like a casual dinner?
How does this compare to courvoisier xo? I've had Hennessy xo and it was super smooth i liked it better than cordon bleu
Brother out of the big four houses would you say Martel XO is the best of the xo's
Would u consider this the best overall Cognac?
How does this XO compare to Martell XO Supreme?
How does the xo compared to the cordon bleu
I loved it ! Soooo smooth and delicate but powerful flavor! I bought 3 of them after I finished the first one!
He Munched this with his eyes closed it’s gotta be exceptional
(I wrote this comment before watching the review):
This stuff is very smooth and deep and full of dried fruits. I find It as good as the cordon blue (arguably maybe a tiny bit better because it has amazingly deep dried fruit flavors).
I'd say that If you're in a mood for a well rounded, fully-complete yet "sharp" congac go with the cordon blue; If you want something with great depth and indulgent richeness (in a good way) go with the XO.
That being said, the Cordon blue is a notch cheaper.
Well, my two cents.
Hey Eric, thanks for checking out the review. Great tasting notes! I appreciate your thoughts/contribution. Cheers
Thanks for the kind reply,
I owe you for getting me to try 2 of Martell's upper tier Congacs... the XO and the Cordon blue.
I do have a somewhat random question, the question being:
Does "caramel color" add only color, or does it also impart a "caramel flavor" to the Congac? I've been trying to find this out and strangely there just isn't much specific information like that out there (at least on the internet) about Congac/Armangac.
My pleasure! I am happy to hear that you enjoyed them as much as I did. The addition of caramel (E-150) adds flavor as well as color. It is used heavily in younger cognacs (VS,VSOP) to mask the youth and give it that rich dark color. Unfortunately, there are no regulations/rules about using caramel. It is just as common in whiskey/scotch. Houses do not even need to notify/declare that they use E-150 on the bottle. The market has spoken and a lot of whiskeys now do have "No colorant' and "Non-chill filtered' printed clearly on their bottles. This is not very common in Cognacs but I am hoping that will change. That being said, XO's are typically very rich, smooth, and complex and do not need as much if any E-150 for flavor. An XO will have a naturally dark color from the extended contact with the barrel so there is no need to adjust the color either. A great non-filtered "pure" cognac is Daniel Bouju. I strongly recommend looking out for a bottle. Cheers!
Big step up from CB to the XO I thought, at least in the batches I tasted a couple of years ago.
So I’m guessing this stuff is more sweet similar to a port? Rather than strong like a whiskey?
Hey Balcklog thanks for checking out the review! Cognac in general is soft and subtle in comparison to whiskey. The older Cognacs develop finessed perfumed notes of flower pedals, fruit, and vanilla. I’d say it is somewhere in middle between port and whiskey. Cheers 🥃
Hi max.. can you also review Martell cordon bleu extra
I look forward to it! Thank you for the recommendation!
Cheers
I applaud any man that can swish alchohol in his mouth and keep it professional!
iiXeno I appreciate the kind word! Thanks for checking out the review. Cheers
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What is your first choice - cordon blue or the XO?
Patrik Lindberg Bleu is definitely a smooth everyday sipper. The XO is more complex and demand more time to digest and appreciate. Ultimately I love both but I’d probably reach for the XO if I wanted something special. Cheers
The best cognac!
Jack Sparrow 🥂
Can you do hine rare vsop
Can you do a review on Meukow, thanks
Hey Dj, thank you for the recommendation! I will keep my eye out for a bottle. Cheers
Is the Martel Cordon Blue smoother and less alcohol taste ?
The Cordon Bleu is more of a bolder and less sweet flavour profile due to the dominant amount of Borderies eau-de-vies used in it.
The Martell XO is sweeter. Alcohol would be around the same level.
I finally got a bottle of martell xo yesterday and after sampling it was quite magnificent! I have 2 bottles of cordon bleu and it is quite exceptional as well. My wife prefers Hennessey xo as I do as well very much like. The cordon bleu has more blueberryish notes and is extremely complex. The xo is smoother, sweeter, and complex more so than Hennessey imo. You have to have both xo and cordon bleu on hand, the best really. I find the best traditional cognac for value is Rémy Martin 1738, then Rémy Martin Tercet, and then Centaure in that order. I got Hardy xo as well and will need to see where it belongs on my list. Rémy Martin xo is below all the mentioned cognacs here as I was expecting more for it’s price. Too bad the prices of cognacs are higher than most alcoholic spirits. It’s very hard to spend $200 on cognacs regularly. After you have XO cognacs, it’s hard to go back drinking VSOP cognacs. Along with my cigar addiction, these two items that I pleasure my passing of time with is bad for my checking account! Ce la vie!
You have great taste, my friend! I could not agree more. There is nothing better than a bottle of Cordon Blue and Martell XO to go back and forth with. Remy Martin XO is a little rough around the edges for its price point. Great eau de vie but not enough age. I just got a bottle of Remy Tercet! I am a big fan of their 1738 as well so I am expecting good things. Cognac is hands down the best Brandy money can buy but I have found some amazing Brandies from other regions that offer tremendous value. They are certainly worth checking out and throwing in the rotation. I 've been smoking my fair share of cigars lately... was considering throwing a pairing in a review. Do you have any good pairing recommendations? Cheers
Max's Brandy Review I try not to discourage anyone from saying that they have the best cigar to go with cognac. I went through many of cigars in the last twenty years. I must say that stronger cigars and generally darker cigars pairs better with whiskey , scotch, harder tequila. It’s been many years since I’ve come back to cognacs. And the same said about Romeo y julieta Reserva real. It’s a cigar every one can get their hands on here in the USA. I believe that cigar is the best cigar paired with any cognac or drink as a matter of fact. (6x54 toro or 6.25x52 belicoso). When the drink amplifies the cigar, then you actually have the correct pairing. I sound like a broken record when people ask about it, but I’m never wrong either. Real Cuban cigars generally will push aside expensive cognacs. I also mean not to be snobbish but, expensive cognacs are best experienced with a group of no more than 3. Romeo y Julieta Reserva Real toro...I smoked it back when I started with cigars ( ex cigarette, occasionally pipe smoker as well) and been about 15 years now that I have not smoked it in any regularity. Was not till recently That I wanted exceptional cognac that I needed a cigar that paired well. This cigar on it’s own is actually very to extremely good. Cigars will vary from stick to stick even of the same label FYI. An organic product that until tasted by the consumer. In summary...Romeo y Julieta Reserva Real toro is the best cigar pairing for any high end cognac. Don’t let the price of the cigar fool you! It was right under my nose for 15 years until I realized it. Ps.. the Reserva Real has floral notes(dominant), semi sweet, maybe vanilla, lightly-medium spiced, musk(Cuban cigars are very musky and most non Cuban has no musk), light wood n coffee, no cocoa, little-no licorice, no heavy tarry aftertastes( mostly important to cognac pairing), and a sweet ( but not like a maduro overly sweet)finish off the nose. This is what I experienced in order when I draw from this cigar.
Wow, it sounds like an incredible pairing! I can appreciate those tasting notes. I am looking forward to getting my hands on Julieta's. Recently I have mostly been smoking Oliva and Camacho that I will pair with whiskey. In general, I do feel that whiskeys pair better with cigars but I know there have to be some great Cognac pairings out there. I feel like the "expensive" Cogancs do not pair well because they are typically older. The juice has gotten delicate and nuanced but softer and unable to stand up to a cigar. When I do pair I prefer younger cognacs or cognacs that are cask strength and unchill filtered. I find they have enough kick and power to pair well with a cigar. Cigars are a new world for me so I truly appreciate your words of wisdom. Thank you for the recommendation!
Martell XO vs Cordon Bleu, which do you prefer & why? Also may I recommend trying Delamain Vesper XO and Pierre Ferrand Selection Des Agnes Grand Champagne 30yr. Cheers to your continued good health sir!
Hey Robert, thanks for checking out the review. It is close but I prefer Cordon Bleu. I find it to be a little smoother with more black and blue fruit notes. I will say that I find the XO is more distinct with sharper flavors. It truly boils down to the mood one is in. It is hard to say for sure but the price point puts Cordon Bleu over the edge for me. I will have to have them side by side and dig deeper. Thank you for the recommendations. I have heard many great things about Delamain and I've truly enjoyed the expressions I have been able to sample. Unfortunately it is tough to find them here in the states. Pale and Dry is more readily available. I have had a couple Pierre Ferrand bottles but the Selection Des Agnes 30 sounds like a real treat. I will certainly keep an eye out for a bottle. CHeers
Price of Martell wine
How expensive is this? I'm cosidering getting to this and I want to figure out how often I can realisticly buy a bottle without spending to much money.
Hey Luke, thanks for checking out the review. Unfortunately Martell XO is at the top of the range. Typically around $200 but worth every penny! It is by far the best widely available XO. It is aged for up to 35 years and has the most beautiful delicate flavors and aromas you can find on a shelf near you. This is a Cognac to put on your private reserve shelf. There are many people who simply would not appreciate the nuances. If you have buddies who drink bud light by a Costco XO for them! Cheers
@@MaxsCognacReview thanks. I might give that a try once I save up a little more money.
If you have to ask, you can't afford it! ;-)
@@jaxson1948 if I ask to ask it means I didnt know the price. now I know it's 200 and I'll save up for it. Think before you post comments. Also I'll save up for the Elijah Craig 18 year old which is even more expensive. I bet you can't afford it
@@lukesvideogameletsplays4416 I was joking it was a joke remember back in the day people used to say if you have to ask how much it is you can't afford it when eating at a high-cost restaurant they don't put the prices on the menu and that's what people used to say anyway it was a joke
Mail something to me :( too broke currently to enjoy any drink... lol
Is this better than Hennessy xo?
Hey Vehemence, thank you for checking out the review! Martell is hands down the best XO from the big 4 (Hennessy, Remy Martin, Courvoisier, Martell). Cheers
I love brandy Martell
You have great taste! It is my favorite out of the big 4 (Hennessy, Martell, Remy, Courvoisier). Cheers
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How much?
I'm from Indonesia.
In USD $200 average. 🥂
Can you delivery from your contry?
To here.😀😀😀😀
IMHO the sport coat and no tie is "the" attire for Cognac reviews 😎 (a tie would make you look like a salesman). Brits call it "smart casual". You can actually be taken seriously without being too serious. IMHO that and some fixed spot with good lighting could mature the channel, like Ralfy had his bothy, you need some sort of constant lounge or parlor. And possibly cutting that sound bite. It alienates anyone who is not into that style. IMHO.
Hey Alex, thank you! I appreciate the support. I agree I need to find a better, more suitable location... a bothy of my own. I will work on finding a more appropriate sound bite ; ) . Cheers
Max, it's your channel and your choice. But FWIW I meant no sound bite at all. That would be safe. Or something without vocals and very backgroundish and short, right as you start speaking. The thing is, even if the song is great, for us viewers it gets very old quickly. I end up skipping every time. Then what's the point? Just thinking out loud :-)
Alex K I hear you, and I agree. I was thinking of some jazz/lounge music just to set the mood. I really appreciate the input. It certainly helps. Thanks again. Cheers 🥂
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Miss you man where you been, needed help with my cognac
Ha! Thanks, Richard. It's been a long summer and I am overdue. I will keep them coming. Cheers!
Waited 4 minutes for him to take a sip...
Man art LL cool J man don't art Elton John
Martell is the best out of the 4 big houses