The Absolute, originating in 1996. A tribute to Richard Hennessy who founded the House in 1765. Chosen from the best of each terroir, but principally from Grand Champagne.Hennessy is the best-selling cognac in the world and US run by Hennessy family (8 generations) & Fillioux family master blenders (7 generations). Blended using eaux-de-vie from Cognac’s top 4 regions. Each batch of wine is double-distilled to achieve the most flavorful, elegant eaux-de-vie possible. Hennessy also possesses the finest selection of old eaux-de-vie in the world.