5 points in Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2013

Given the age and rarity of its components

the spirit is transferred into small 72-liter Limousin oak casks and loaded aboard a ship for a three-month ocean voyage

where the clean finish and fresh oak play well against crème de menthe's herbal bite

Where is Fontpinot XO made

Otard XO 750ML cognac-special-cuvée 5 points in Jim Murray'sOtard XO 750ML is a premium French cognac bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) in a 750ml bottle, blended from aged eaux de vie and matured in one of Cognac's most storied cellars. Rated 96 points by Cognac Expert and named to their 2016 Top 10 XO Cognac list, this expression has also earned Gold Medals at both the International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC) and The Cognac Masters. Quick Facts: ABV: 40% Origin: Cognac, France XO (Extra Old) Distillery: