The Hennessy X.O odyssey has been celebrated through exclusive artistic events. In 2017, Hennessy mounted an exhibition at selected points along the Silk Road, retracing its adventure through the artwork of seven artists in seven cities and countries the famed route traverses, from Istanbul, Turkey, to Shanghai, China. The third element of the collaboration is the Hennessy X.O Limited Edition 'ready-to-wear' version of the decanter specially imagined by Kim Jones. The Hennessy X.O bottle is encased in an aluminum second skin, its structure showcasing the signature shape of the bottle while evoking a couture silhouette. A true representation of the merger of fashion and culture with excellence and legacy, the limited edition bottle is the final piece of the Hennessy X.O x Kim Jones partnership. Wood Crunches - A striking sensation of oak notes interlaced with vanilla. Bold and complex, a powerful presence surges and recedes. To fully describe the cognac's many facets, the Hennessy Tasting Committee has singled out flavors, sensations and emotions and charted the sensorial odyssey that defines the Hennessy X.O experience. This deep amber cognac has an alchohol content of 40%. For a full taste experience, experts recommend drinking with an ice cube. Hennessy XO: Price UK

Contrasting with the classic upper, a technical sole in tonal grooved rubber features an imprint of cognac vines and the Hennessy X.O x Kim Jones logo on its underside, while the initials KJ and the Hennessy bras armé emblem discreetly adorn the heel. Infinite Echo - Evanescent oak notes leave an extended finish that echoes all of the subtlties and sensation that have preceded it, a reflection of Hennessy X.O's complex blending and long aging process. While the bottle is entirely obscured from view, the cognac can be extracted using the fusil designed by Kim Jones, an elegant and playful ritual to serve a glass of the Hennessy X.O blend. As a finishing touch, the decanter itself has been dipped in gradient colors, an effect inspired by the shades of the different eaux-de-vie selected by the Master Blender to compose Hennessy X.O. The final piece is the Hennessy X.O limited edition ‘ready-to-wear’ version of the decanter, where the Hennessy X.O bottle is encased in an aluminium second skin. The structure has been designed to showcase the signature shape of the bottle while evoking a couture silhouette. Laurent Boillot, chief executive at Hennessy, said: "We are thrilled to embark on a new odyssey blending cognac-making and couture with Kim Jones, a creative master of our time. Inspired by the emblematic personality of Hennessy X.O, Kim has developed a resolutely contemporary collection that is destined to make an impact on culture today and in the future.”

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Each drop of Hennessy X.O is an invitation to awaken the senses. Thanks to a meticulous blending process, Hennessy X.O is a cognac of time-honored consistency. The Master Blenders' commitment to preserving quality, from the very first carafe to this day, has made this cognac an enduring symbol: its noble character stirs taste sensations while its powerful, carefully balanced structure guarantees an extremely long finish. Not only is Hennessy X.O an icon among cognacs, it's a beautiful symbol of Hennessy's ability to last. Then, as now, we always looked toward the horizon," notes Master Blender Renaud Fillioux de Gironde. For Hennessy X.O, Kim Jones pays tribute to cognac-making and couture, two processes that touch on an understanding of science and the natural world as well as artisanal craftsmanship and savoir-faire. He follows in the footsteps of a formidable lineage of great masters who have helped cement Hennessy X.O's cultural resonance over the years, including Frank Gehry, Cai Guo-Qiang and Ridley Scott. Rising Heat - An intense, rising heat slowly reveals the complex taste of eaux-de-vie that have patiently aged in oak barrels.Rising Heat: The intriguing sensation of an intense, rising heat slowly reveals the complex taste of eaux-de-vie patiently aged in oak barrels. Flowing Flame - A wave of warmth grows, crests and then breaks, creating a sensation of roudness, a robust presence and voluptuousness.