From ritual to first drop, the newest blend is a tribute to the birthplace of LOUIS XIII
COGNAC, France, Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Today, LOUIS XIII Cognac unveils BLACK PEARL: TRIBUTE TO THE BIRTHPLACE OF LOUIS XIII, a new, highly limited-edition expression within its iconic BLACK PEARL collection. Inspired by Le Grollet, the historic cellar where the story of LOUIS XIII began, this exceptional creation captures the singular character of a place revered for generations by the House’s Cellar Masters.
At the heart of this edition lies an extraordinary eau-de-vie, selected by Cellar Master Baptiste Loiseau and infused into a single tierçon to create this singular blend. To reveal its full character, LOUIS XIII has created a first-of-its-kind tasting ritual that recreates the natural conditions of Le Grollet, allowing the blend to be experienced as it is by the Cellar Master within the cellar itself. Each decanter is presented in a bespoke cooling cellar, allowing the liquid to rest at a minimum of 13°C (55.4°F). As it warms in the glass, the flavors will continue to develop, creating an experience designed to be the first-ever temperature-driven ritual for LOUIS XIII.
Limited to only 398 decanters worldwide, this creation is housed in a reimagined LOUIS XIII decanter adorned with midnight-blue reflections inspired by the mystery, depth and darkness of Le Grollet. Presented in individual cooling cellars, LOUIS XIII BLACK PEARL rests in profound stillness – a dense, velvety embrace of beeswax, honey, precious wood, and patchouli, as if slumbering within ancient tierçons.
At the heart of this blend is an extraordinary eau-de-vie that Cellar Master Baptiste Loiseau selected from the House’s historic collection of demijohns. It is the sole eau-de-vie identified as carrying the unmistakable and timeless imprint of Le Grollet, transmitted by his predecessor, Pierrette Trichet. Baptiste Loiseau then infused this rare and precious eau-de-vie in a single, hand-selected tierçon from the cellar, creating a singular blend that embodies the soul of this unique place where time seems to stand still in the shadows. As it reaches ambient temperature, LOUIS XIII BLACK PEARL awakens, gaining its signature brilliance and light. Gradually, deeper facets emerge: warm spices, richer rancio, nutmeg, and whispers of chocolate. From cool to ambient, this natural temperature evolution unveils LOUIS XIII BLACK PEARL’s full and radiant spectrum, drop by drop.
“Each tasting in Le Grollet is a deeply moving sensory experience. Its aromatic palette is beautifully elevated by the cellar’s atmosphere, its ethereal humidity, cool temperature, and enveloping half-light in Winter,” said Baptiste Loiseau, LOUIS XIII Cellar Master. “It reveals hidden facets of LOUIS XIII, unveiling a richer, more profound essence, akin to uncovering ancient treasures.”
“For the first time, we brought the experience of the Cellar beyond its walls, with this singular blend and its exclusive temperature-driven ritual,” said Ludovic du Plessis, Director of Rémy Cointreau Prestige Division. “BLACK PEARL: TRIBUTE TO THE BIRTHPLACE OF LOUIS XIII offers a tasting journey unlike any other in the world of LOUIS XIII.”
Following its global unveiling, BLACK PEARL: TRIBUTE TO THE BIRTHPLACE OF LOUIS XIII will be available by the glass at a selection of exceptional destinations around the world, including Paris, London, New York, Shanghai and Kuala Lumpur, inviting guests to experience the innovative tasting ritual.
To discover more about the BLACK PEARL: TRIBUTE TO THE BIRTHPLACE OF LOUIS XIII and purchase, visit www.louisxiii-cognac.com/. Decanters are available for an SRP of $28,000 through the LOUIS XIII network of private client directors.
ABOUT LOUIS XIII COGNAC
Since 1874, LOUIS XIII Cognac is forever reborn from the precious eaux-de-vie of Cognac Grande Champagne, handed down through generations and artfully blended. Time is the raw material with which this rare spirit is crafted, its essence unwavering.
Guided by Cellar Master Baptiste Loiseau, LOUIS XIII is the symbol of an enduring bond with Nature and Terroir, strengthened by the patina of age. Each drop is a living legacy, each decanter a celebration of visionary minds and human hands that shape the future by making a mark on tomorrow, today.
Think a century ahead.
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