In 1920, James Hennessy, a man of power & taste with strong influence on French social & political life, had a “very private” cognac specially blended to honour his friends among the elites of the day. He requested the Hennessy Master Blender Alfred Fillioux create a cognac that would be both structured & elegant, to reflect the values of Art Deco Nearly a century later, Hennessy revived this tradition. Alfred Fillioux's descendant, Yann Fillioux, composed Hennessy Prive, a fine tribute to James Hennessy. A cognac inspired by Art Deco. To create Hennessy Prive, the Master Blender has selected remarkable old “eaux-de-vie” which he has aged in young oak casks, to reinforce their strength.< The result is an emblematic cognac of great distinction for true connoisseurs. The perfect example of balance: round & refined, structured & velvety with delicate notes of crystallised fruit. To appreciate its full richness, Hennessy Prive should be drunk neat.