Martell VSOP Medaillon Cognac / Bot.1980s
- Distillery
- Martell
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £225
- Tasting notes
- Vanilla, Honey, Nutty, Sherried
- Description
- This 1980s bottling of Martell's VSOP Medaillon represents the house at a moment when it was one of the world's best-selling Cognacs. Martell's signature reliance on Borderies grapes gives this 40% ABV blend a nuttier profile than many competitors, with underlying stone fruit and vanilla. As a period bottling, it reflects the style and positioning Martell held decades ago. Suited to vintage Cognac collectors and those interested in how the category's leading brands have evolved.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Martell VSOP Medaillon Cognac / Bot.1980s is a from Martell (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect sweet, fruity and oaky character — vanilla, honey, nutty, sherried. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
This 1980s bottling of Martell's VSOP Medaillon represents the house at a moment when it was one of the world's best-selling Cognacs. Martell's signature reliance on Borderies grapes gives this 40% ABV blend a nuttier profile than many competitors, with underlying stone fruit and vanilla. As a period bottling, it reflects the style and positioning Martell held decades ago. Suited to vintage Cognac collectors and those interested in how the category's leading brands have evolved.
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