The House of Courvoisier was founded at Jarnac in 1828, in the heart of the Cognac area, by the charismatic Félix Courvoisier, his idea being to celebrate the joys of daily life.
The history of the House Courvoisier
A company founded in 1828
At the end of his life, Félix Courvoisier passed the business on to his two nephews, the Curlier brothers. It was the impetus of Jules and Félix Curlier, from 1866 and then the Simon family, English owners from 1909 that the reputation of the House of Courvoisier expanded beyond national frontiers.
Napoleon’s Cognac
It made its entrance as Official Supplier to the Imperial Court of Napoléon III then to the tables of the royal courts of England, Denmark and Sweden. It was tasted during the inauguration of the Eiffel Tower and the Moulin Rouge in Paris; the “cognac of Napoléon” was equally famous during the Belle Époque as a symbol of French excellence. To this day, Courvoisier is the only cognac house to have received, in 1983 and 2021, the gold medal of Prestige de la France.
Reservation and Practical Information
Visit Courvoisier in Jarnac
Discover the emblematic Renard cellar on the Courvoisier discovery tour.
The Prestige tour will take you in the footsteps of Félix Courvoisier in Jarnac and will end with a tasting of the exceptional Essence de Courvoisier.
Courvoisier, the most awarded house
Today, the cognac house with the most prizes in the world*, has redefined standards for cognac and while rendering homage to its exceptional history, celebrates the future through its “joie de vivre” style, a French characteristic …par excellence!
*based on the 20 most important spirits competitions since 2019.
The style of our cognacs
Floral and fruity cognacs
Courvoisier cognacs offer a page of history and refinement at each tasting, being skilfully distilled, aged and assembled in a floral, fruity style, the signature of the House.
Courvoisier can thus offer a range of cognacs that are deliciously balanced and vibrant thanks to a rich palette of crus, a sense of precision during distillation and a knowledgeable selection of oaks for the aging of the eaux-de-vie.
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Your questions about Courvoisier cognac
What does Courvoisier have to do with Napoleon?
Courvoisier was the official supplier to the court of Napoleon III. At the end of the 19th century, as a tribute to the emperor, Courvoisier took Napoleon’s silhouette as its logo.
How do you drink Courvoisier cognac?
Courvoisier cognacs can be enjoyed in cocktails such as the Sidecar, for which a VSOP cognac should be selected. An XO Courvoisier should be drunk dry, and its aromas also go very well with Roquefort cheese…
Courvoisier is not just a cognac producer, but a veritable institution that embodies French excellence. When you visit Jarnac, you’ll have the chance to discover the secrets behind the production of these award-winning cognacs and enjoy an unforgettable sensory experience. Book your visit now to immerse yourself in the refined world of Courvoisier.