Hennessy Very Special Felipe Pantone Cognac (75cl, 40%)

This is the ninth instalment of Hennessy's VS artist series, created with Argentinian-Spanish urban artist Felipe Pantone. His artwork, titled "W-3 Dimensional Three Stars", draws on the Hennessy archives and combines neon gradients, geometric patterns, optical illusions and his signature lightning bolt with historical motifs. Inside is the same Hennessy Very Special blend: 40 eaux-de-vie from across the Cognac region, some aged up to eight years in French Limousin oak. It is rich, full-bodied and versatile, suited to drinking neat, on ice or in cocktails. The nose brings fresh grapes, apple and citrus with toasted oak, roasted almond and caramel. The palate is rich and creamy, with vanilla, grilled almond, ripe fruit and spice, and the finish is smooth and lingering with a fresh, floral fade.