DESTINATION COOPERAGE

* 2026 BEST OF WINE TOURISM WINNER *

Join us backstage at our cooperage workshop for an unforgettable encounter with our expert artisans

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  • Duration 2h
  • Tasting of 2 eaux-de-vie and Hennessy X.O (neat, and in a cocktail)
  • Served with 2 macarons
  • Private tour, reservation required (2 pers. min)
  • Additional dates available upon request
  • 4 languages : English, French, Spanish, Chinese

DESTINATION COOPERAGE

150 €

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150 €

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Unlock the Craft: your backstage access to Hennessy's Cooperage and master artisans. Winner of the 2026 'Best of Wine Tourism' Award.

Hennessy cooper making a barrel entirely by hand

Constructing new barrels and caring for the venerable barrels in which our eaux-de-vie mature requires patience, precision and an absolute mastery of woodcraft. For the first time, Maison Hennessy opens the doors of its prestigious Cooperage to visitors. Come and meet our master coopers, who pass along their passion for this ancestral craft from generation to generation.

Hennessy oak barrel in the Hennessy Cooperage

Did you know? The esteemed craft of barrel-making is one of five time-honoured skills distinguished by the prestigious "Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant". The accolade was bestowed upon Hennessy this year by the French Ministry of Finance, recognizing our commitment to preserving heritage craftsmanship.

Hennessy cooper using a fire pit to bend a barrel by hand into its final shape

Before being incorporated into a specific blend, an eau-de-vie must first age for a certain period of time in a French oak barrel. Eaux-de-vie and wood age together this way for years, exchanging flavors and colors.

Rows of old oak cellars aligned in one of our ancient cellars

After your visit of the Cooperage, we'll take you across the Charente River to discover some of our traditional ageing cellars. In this magical place, gain a better understanding of the ageing process and discover the natural phenomenon known as the “angels’ share”.

Demi-johns on shelves in one of our oldest cellars, containing very old eaux-de-vie

You will also have the privilege of visiting the historic 'Paradis' cellar — a repository for some of Maison Hennessy's oldest eaux-de-vie, usually inaccessible to visitors.

Decanter of Hennessy X.O next to a glass of cognac and large ice cubes, on a coffee table

As your journey draws to a close, find out more about the 11am daily ritual of our Tasting Committee - an organization for excellence that is unique to Hennessy - and enjoy a guided tasting of 2 rare eaux-de-vie, as well as Hennessy X.O served neat and in a cocktail, paired with two gourmet macarons. The perfect, lavish finale to your time with us!

PLEASE NOTE:

For health reasons, pets are not allowed on the grounds.

Do not hesitate to contact us for special requests. We will do our very best to accommodate your needs.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS

All year, available upon request

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ADDRESS

Quai Richard Hennessy, 16100 Cognac France

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CONTACT

For further information, please contact us on +33 (0)5 45 35 06 44 or via the form below

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