RÉMY MARTIN 1738

OUR HISTORY – A PROUD HERITAGEThe House of Rémy Martin’s story was written by audacious and spirited men and women.1724 – Rémy Martin, a young winegrower in Cognac, begins selling cognac under his own name.1738 – King Louis XV of France grants Rémy Martin the rare right to plant new vines in recognition of the excellence of his cognacs.1810 – Paul-Emile Rémy Martin took the House and its cognacs beyond Europe into the United States and Asia.1830 – The first Rémy Martin Grande Champagne Cognac is created.1870 – To accompany the House’s development abroad, he chooses the Centaur as the House’s emblem, creating the very first logo.1924 – André Renaud becomes the first Cellar Master of the House, and later becomes Chairman.1927 – Rémy Martin Fine Champagne Cognac VSOP is launched, created by blending Petite Champagne and Grande Champagne crus. It stands out for its superior quality, making it an immediate success.1960 – André Giraud, new cellar master and trained by André Renaud, accelerates the use of modern technology in the cellars and creates the development center.1972 – The now iconic black-frosted VSOP bottle is devised.1981 – Due to unprecedented demand, Rémy Martin XO, the epitome of opulence and sophistication is created. 1997 – The 1738 Accord Royal is created in tribute to the royal privilege once bestowed upon Rémy Martin by Louis XV of France