Hennessy V.S.O.P Lunar New Year 2026 “Year of the Horse” by Xu Zhen
The Hennessy V.S.O.P Lunar New Year 2026 Limited Edition celebrates the vitality and elegance of the Year of the Horse with an exclusive design by renowned Chinese contemporary artist Xu Zhen. This collaboration brings together Hennessy’s savoir-faire in Cognac creation and Xu Zhen’s artistic vision of motion, strength, and grace, symbolized through striking red and gold imagery that captures the energy of renewal and celebration.
Hennessy V.S.O.P—Very Superior Old Pale—remains one of the most recognized expressions of the House, crafted from carefully selected eaux-de-vie aged in French oak barrels to achieve balance, smoothness, and complexity. This limited edition preserves the original blend’s refined structure while presenting it in a bold and contemporary design that reflects the spirit of the new Lunar year.
On the nose, this Cognac opens with layered notes of vanilla, candied orange, and dried apricot, followed by honey and soft spice. The palate is smooth and rounded, combining fruit and oak in perfect harmony. A touch of licorice and roasted nuts adds depth, while the finish lingers with subtle sweetness and refined warmth. With its well-balanced and elegant profile, this Cognac embodies the finesse and dynamism that Hennessy V.S.O.P is known for.
Presentation of the bottle
The Hennessy V.S.O.P Lunar New Year 2026 “Year of the Horse” by Xu Zhen bottle is a visually striking reinterpretation of Hennessy’s classic V.S.O.P decanter, transformed into a collector’s art piece.
The bottle is finished in a rich, luminous red lacquer tone, symbolizing joy, vitality, and good fortune in Chinese culture. This vivid red surface replaces the traditional clear glass, giving the Cognac an almost glowing appearance through the tinted glass.
At the neck, a matching red capsule carries the inscription “Art by Xu Zhen” in gold lettering, reinforcing the collaboration between the Maison Hennessy and the contemporary Chinese artist. The front of the bottle features the embossed Hennessy arm-and-axe emblem at the shoulder, along with elegant gold typography for the brand name and “V.S.O.P – Very Superior Old Pale.” Gold filigree details surround the label, adding refinement and contrast against the deep red background.
The accompanying presentation box mirrors the same bold color scheme — predominantly red with accents of ivory and metallic gold. It features Xu Zhen’s sculptural motif of a rearing horse, rendered in dynamic lines that convey movement and power, symbolizing the energy, grace, and forward momentum of the Year of the Horse.
Overall, the design combines modern minimalism with traditional Chinese symbolism, turning this limited edition into both a luxurious Cognac and a contemporary art object — perfect for display, gifting, or collecting.
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