Martell XO Cognac Review No. 36

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  • @d-fens2999
    @d-fens2999 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    As the other said.. Great to have you back reviewing. You have certainly assisted me in purchasing the right bottle when funds are scarce.. Great reveiw. Thanks

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Ben Cadman Thank you! It is a pleasure! I truly appreciate the support! Cheers 🥂

  • @edgarjones7969
    @edgarjones7969 5 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    I love your knowledge and reviews but that tasting part got me rolling 💀. It sounded like you were testing mouthwash for a minute 😂 lmaoooo

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Haha! You got me there! General rule of thumb is one second for every year the spirit is aged... but I was def milkin it. Thanks for checking out the review! Cheers

    • @bosko.
      @bosko. 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      the comment and the reply are killing me 🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @jaixaphoto
      @jaixaphoto 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agree with this remark, dreadful sound, made me turn the sound off. The words however are very good

    • @Mr7zeros
      @Mr7zeros 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jaixaphoto Actually the sounds makes it so that I feel like I'm the one tasting it!=)

  • @harrybhappy
    @harrybhappy 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Great to see you again,spot on review,I had the opportunity to enjoy this recently and it is truly amazing

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      harrybhappy Thanks Harry! It was a pleasure to review. This expression is one of my favorite XOs to date. I happy to hear that you enjoyed it as well. Cheers 🥂

  • @renekauts8323
    @renekauts8323 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Martell XO and Remy Martin XO are both great cognacs! In my hometown, they both cost 170 euros. I think it's a fair price for a quality item. Perfect pleasure! *** By the way, the best video on this topic! Thank you!

  • @jamesbolger6350
    @jamesbolger6350 6 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    This is my favorite cognac, complex, dried fruit...delicious.

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I could not agree more! It is my new all time favorite! Thank for checking out the review. Cheers!

  • @justinambrose4444
    @justinambrose4444 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Brother out of the big four houses would you say Martel XO is the best of the xo's

  • @intellips
    @intellips 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    One of my favourites! Just behind the Normandin Mercier 30 year old XO

  • @mcatalan93
    @mcatalan93 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Is nice to see you again,good review as always I am new in cognac world and you channel help me a lot to enjoy my little collection.
    I have recibe some old bottles in legacy of my uncle (rip) Otard,,Corvousier,Grand Marnier,Benedictine and some glasses and warmer tool, In he first I haven’t idea what it was so I began to research on internet...now after to drink and enjoy some bottles I decide to buy my ones, and thanks to your reviews I am more interested in this fantastic cognac world.Cheers!

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, MCatalan! I am pleased to hear that you enjoy them. I truly appreciate your kind words and support. Cheers!

  • @ljubomirvatralj9443
    @ljubomirvatralj9443 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Best review so far.

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! I truly appreciate the kind words and support. Cheers 🥂

  • @whatsup4616
    @whatsup4616 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have the Henny, Rémy and Courvoisier XO’s. I’m watching this to see if I should have this one too.

  • @koneye
    @koneye 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    So high damn, I cant choose between the Heny Remy Courv and this one now

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Ha! This is the ONE! I promise you will not be disappointed. It is on a whole another level. Cheers

  • @wahchan1785
    @wahchan1785 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We have Martell Extra a long neck bottle came with a red felt cigar case with a medallion bought 25 years ago. Not sure of they are made anymore.

    • @МихаилЕремин-ю9ш
      @МихаилЕремин-ю9ш 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Сможете выслать отправить в Россию?
      Выпью за ваше здоровье и Путина.

  • @SaraPirret
    @SaraPirret 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Omg sounds amazing wish I could taste that...

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I strongly recommend giving it a try... especially if you are new to Cognac. It is incredibly smooth and easy going! Cheers 🥂

  • @amina6655
    @amina6655 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Would u consider this the best overall Cognac?

  • @TheOHenry666
    @TheOHenry666 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    (I wrote this comment before watching the review):
    This stuff is very smooth and deep and full of dried fruits. I find It as good as the cordon blue (arguably maybe a tiny bit better because it has amazingly deep dried fruit flavors).
    I'd say that If you're in a mood for a well rounded, fully-complete yet "sharp" congac go with the cordon blue; If you want something with great depth and indulgent richeness (in a good way) go with the XO.
    That being said, the Cordon blue is a notch cheaper.
    Well, my two cents.

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Eric, thanks for checking out the review. Great tasting notes! I appreciate your thoughts/contribution. Cheers

    • @TheOHenry666
      @TheOHenry666 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the kind reply,
      I owe you for getting me to try 2 of Martell's upper tier Congacs... the XO and the Cordon blue.
      I do have a somewhat random question, the question being:
      Does "caramel color" add only color, or does it also impart a "caramel flavor" to the Congac? I've been trying to find this out and strangely there just isn't much specific information like that out there (at least on the internet) about Congac/Armangac.

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      My pleasure! I am happy to hear that you enjoyed them as much as I did. The addition of caramel (E-150) adds flavor as well as color. It is used heavily in younger cognacs (VS,VSOP) to mask the youth and give it that rich dark color. Unfortunately, there are no regulations/rules about using caramel. It is just as common in whiskey/scotch. Houses do not even need to notify/declare that they use E-150 on the bottle. The market has spoken and a lot of whiskeys now do have "No colorant' and "Non-chill filtered' printed clearly on their bottles. This is not very common in Cognacs but I am hoping that will change. That being said, XO's are typically very rich, smooth, and complex and do not need as much if any E-150 for flavor. An XO will have a naturally dark color from the extended contact with the barrel so there is no need to adjust the color either. A great non-filtered "pure" cognac is Daniel Bouju. I strongly recommend looking out for a bottle. Cheers!

    • @trespasser121
      @trespasser121 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Big step up from CB to the XO I thought, at least in the batches I tasted a couple of years ago.

  • @bljtgill
    @bljtgill 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How does this compare to courvoisier xo? I've had Hennessy xo and it was super smooth i liked it better than cordon bleu

  • @TheDiablo235
    @TheDiablo235 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    After having some experience with both, would you prefer the XO or Cordon Bleu?

  • @upy0ur5
    @upy0ur5 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I know you said Martell XO is your top pick of the big 4 XOs but how would you rank all 4 in order from best to worst with A De Fussigny XO as an added extra? Thanks

  • @madmax1436
    @madmax1436 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i'ma simple mano. i see max's video, i push like button

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey MAx! Thank you for the support. I truly appreciate it! Cheers

  • @elitem3
    @elitem3 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How does the xo compared to the cordon bleu

  • @Glicksman1
    @Glicksman1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    How does this XO compare to Martell XO Supreme?

  • @vehemence3499
    @vehemence3499 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is this better than Hennessy xo?

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Hey Vehemence, thank you for checking out the review! Martell is hands down the best XO from the big 4 (Hennessy, Remy Martin, Courvoisier, Martell). Cheers

  • @hmoobx7543
    @hmoobx7543 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice review! I just got me a bottle the other day too. Can you do a review on Hennessy Pure White?

  • @mitar512
    @mitar512 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Max, great review!

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Mitar! Thanks for checking out the review! I appreciate the support! CHeers

    • @mitar512
      @mitar512 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're welcome. It would be great to do a video where you can compare those 4 XOs (Henn, Martel, Remy and Courv) + Cordon Bleu. Keep it up!

  • @southshore8911
    @southshore8911 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is the Martel Cordon Blue smoother and less alcohol taste ?

    • @AB-kf8ry
      @AB-kf8ry ปีที่แล้ว

      The Cordon Bleu is more of a bolder and less sweet flavour profile due to the dominant amount of Borderies eau-de-vies used in it.
      The Martell XO is sweeter. Alcohol would be around the same level.

  • @TonightsPoison
    @TonightsPoison 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nice job as always 🙌

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Tonights Poison Thanks Jas! Martell is always a pleasure to review! Cheers

  • @amina6655
    @amina6655 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is this more of a special occasion cognac? Or like a casual dinner?

    • @jaycee330
      @jaycee330 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      At $250, it's not for casual dining.

  • @aprillia1789
    @aprillia1789 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How much?
    I'm from Indonesia.

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      In USD $200 average. 🥂

    • @aprillia1789
      @aprillia1789 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can you delivery from your contry?
      To here.😀😀😀😀

  • @vijaypalanipey5244
    @vijaypalanipey5244 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi max.. can you also review Martell cordon bleu extra

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I look forward to it! Thank you for the recommendation!
      Cheers

  • @ivtray3374
    @ivtray3374 ปีที่แล้ว

    Price of Martell wine

  • @Calypso694
    @Calypso694 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    So I’m guessing this stuff is more sweet similar to a port? Rather than strong like a whiskey?

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Balcklog thanks for checking out the review! Cognac in general is soft and subtle in comparison to whiskey. The older Cognacs develop finessed perfumed notes of flower pedals, fruit, and vanilla. I’d say it is somewhere in middle between port and whiskey. Cheers 🥃

  • @patrikL
    @patrikL 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What is your first choice - cordon blue or the XO?

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Patrik Lindberg Bleu is definitely a smooth everyday sipper. The XO is more complex and demand more time to digest and appreciate. Ultimately I love both but I’d probably reach for the XO if I wanted something special. Cheers

  • @cubancigarman2687
    @cubancigarman2687 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I finally got a bottle of martell xo yesterday and after sampling it was quite magnificent! I have 2 bottles of cordon bleu and it is quite exceptional as well. My wife prefers Hennessey xo as I do as well very much like. The cordon bleu has more blueberryish notes and is extremely complex. The xo is smoother, sweeter, and complex more so than Hennessey imo. You have to have both xo and cordon bleu on hand, the best really. I find the best traditional cognac for value is Rémy Martin 1738, then Rémy Martin Tercet, and then Centaure in that order. I got Hardy xo as well and will need to see where it belongs on my list. Rémy Martin xo is below all the mentioned cognacs here as I was expecting more for it’s price. Too bad the prices of cognacs are higher than most alcoholic spirits. It’s very hard to spend $200 on cognacs regularly. After you have XO cognacs, it’s hard to go back drinking VSOP cognacs. Along with my cigar addiction, these two items that I pleasure my passing of time with is bad for my checking account! Ce la vie!

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      You have great taste, my friend! I could not agree more. There is nothing better than a bottle of Cordon Blue and Martell XO to go back and forth with. Remy Martin XO is a little rough around the edges for its price point. Great eau de vie but not enough age. I just got a bottle of Remy Tercet! I am a big fan of their 1738 as well so I am expecting good things. Cognac is hands down the best Brandy money can buy but I have found some amazing Brandies from other regions that offer tremendous value. They are certainly worth checking out and throwing in the rotation. I 've been smoking my fair share of cigars lately... was considering throwing a pairing in a review. Do you have any good pairing recommendations? Cheers

    • @cubancigarman2687
      @cubancigarman2687 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Max's Brandy Review I try not to discourage anyone from saying that they have the best cigar to go with cognac. I went through many of cigars in the last twenty years. I must say that stronger cigars and generally darker cigars pairs better with whiskey , scotch, harder tequila. It’s been many years since I’ve come back to cognacs. And the same said about Romeo y julieta Reserva real. It’s a cigar every one can get their hands on here in the USA. I believe that cigar is the best cigar paired with any cognac or drink as a matter of fact. (6x54 toro or 6.25x52 belicoso). When the drink amplifies the cigar, then you actually have the correct pairing. I sound like a broken record when people ask about it, but I’m never wrong either. Real Cuban cigars generally will push aside expensive cognacs. I also mean not to be snobbish but, expensive cognacs are best experienced with a group of no more than 3. Romeo y Julieta Reserva Real toro...I smoked it back when I started with cigars ( ex cigarette, occasionally pipe smoker as well) and been about 15 years now that I have not smoked it in any regularity. Was not till recently That I wanted exceptional cognac that I needed a cigar that paired well. This cigar on it’s own is actually very to extremely good. Cigars will vary from stick to stick even of the same label FYI. An organic product that until tasted by the consumer. In summary...Romeo y Julieta Reserva Real toro is the best cigar pairing for any high end cognac. Don’t let the price of the cigar fool you! It was right under my nose for 15 years until I realized it. Ps.. the Reserva Real has floral notes(dominant), semi sweet, maybe vanilla, lightly-medium spiced, musk(Cuban cigars are very musky and most non Cuban has no musk), light wood n coffee, no cocoa, little-no licorice, no heavy tarry aftertastes( mostly important to cognac pairing), and a sweet ( but not like a maduro overly sweet)finish off the nose. This is what I experienced in order when I draw from this cigar.

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow, it sounds like an incredible pairing! I can appreciate those tasting notes. I am looking forward to getting my hands on Julieta's. Recently I have mostly been smoking Oliva and Camacho that I will pair with whiskey. In general, I do feel that whiskeys pair better with cigars but I know there have to be some great Cognac pairings out there. I feel like the "expensive" Cogancs do not pair well because they are typically older. The juice has gotten delicate and nuanced but softer and unable to stand up to a cigar. When I do pair I prefer younger cognacs or cognacs that are cask strength and unchill filtered. I find they have enough kick and power to pair well with a cigar. Cigars are a new world for me so I truly appreciate your words of wisdom. Thank you for the recommendation!

  • @Jack_Sparrow17
    @Jack_Sparrow17 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The best cognac!

  • @dj147champ
    @dj147champ 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can you do a review on Meukow, thanks

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Dj, thank you for the recommendation! I will keep my eye out for a bottle. Cheers

  • @porter8895
    @porter8895 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Martell XO vs Cordon Bleu, which do you prefer & why? Also may I recommend trying Delamain Vesper XO and Pierre Ferrand Selection Des Agnes Grand Champagne 30yr. Cheers to your continued good health sir!

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hey Robert, thanks for checking out the review. It is close but I prefer Cordon Bleu. I find it to be a little smoother with more black and blue fruit notes. I will say that I find the XO is more distinct with sharper flavors. It truly boils down to the mood one is in. It is hard to say for sure but the price point puts Cordon Bleu over the edge for me. I will have to have them side by side and dig deeper. Thank you for the recommendations. I have heard many great things about Delamain and I've truly enjoyed the expressions I have been able to sample. Unfortunately it is tough to find them here in the states. Pale and Dry is more readily available. I have had a couple Pierre Ferrand bottles but the Selection Des Agnes 30 sounds like a real treat. I will certainly keep an eye out for a bottle. CHeers

  • @whoshotya117
    @whoshotya117 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I applaud any man that can swish alchohol in his mouth and keep it professional!

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      iiXeno I appreciate the kind word! Thanks for checking out the review. Cheers

  • @lukesvideogameletsplays4416
    @lukesvideogameletsplays4416 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    How expensive is this? I'm cosidering getting to this and I want to figure out how often I can realisticly buy a bottle without spending to much money.

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey Luke, thanks for checking out the review. Unfortunately Martell XO is at the top of the range. Typically around $200 but worth every penny! It is by far the best widely available XO. It is aged for up to 35 years and has the most beautiful delicate flavors and aromas you can find on a shelf near you. This is a Cognac to put on your private reserve shelf. There are many people who simply would not appreciate the nuances. If you have buddies who drink bud light by a Costco XO for them! Cheers

    • @lukesvideogameletsplays4416
      @lukesvideogameletsplays4416 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MaxsCognacReview thanks. I might give that a try once I save up a little more money.

    • @jaxson1948
      @jaxson1948 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      If you have to ask, you can't afford it! ;-)

    • @lukesvideogameletsplays4416
      @lukesvideogameletsplays4416 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jaxson1948 if I ask to ask it means I didnt know the price. now I know it's 200 and I'll save up for it. Think before you post comments. Also I'll save up for the Elijah Craig 18 year old which is even more expensive. I bet you can't afford it

    • @jaxson1948
      @jaxson1948 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lukesvideogameletsplays4416 I was joking it was a joke remember back in the day people used to say if you have to ask how much it is you can't afford it when eating at a high-cost restaurant they don't put the prices on the menu and that's what people used to say anyway it was a joke

  • @ulisesc4388
    @ulisesc4388 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you do hine rare vsop

  • @Datboydayung1
    @Datboydayung1 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    He Munched this with his eyes closed it’s gotta be exceptional

  • @casianchirila7270
    @casianchirila7270 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    🤩🤩

  • @evankaleb6592
    @evankaleb6592 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Got my bottle tonight and it’s remarkable. It’s everything your review explains. Incredible🥃

  • @YokoshimaSTAR
    @YokoshimaSTAR 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Mail something to me :( too broke currently to enjoy any drink... lol

  • @gazmikey7122
    @gazmikey7122 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love brandy Martell

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You have great taste! It is my favorite out of the big 4 (Hennessy, Martell, Remy, Courvoisier). Cheers

  • @noellionking532
    @noellionking532 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I loved it ! Soooo smooth and delicate but powerful flavor! I bought 3 of them after I finished the first one!

  • @lalocarioca3342
    @lalocarioca3342 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    😃

  • @ambender945
    @ambender945 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Отлично

  • @alexk3088
    @alexk3088 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    IMHO the sport coat and no tie is "the" attire for Cognac reviews 😎 (a tie would make you look like a salesman). Brits call it "smart casual". You can actually be taken seriously without being too serious. IMHO that and some fixed spot with good lighting could mature the channel, like Ralfy had his bothy, you need some sort of constant lounge or parlor. And possibly cutting that sound bite. It alienates anyone who is not into that style. IMHO.

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Alex, thank you! I appreciate the support. I agree I need to find a better, more suitable location... a bothy of my own. I will work on finding a more appropriate sound bite ; ) . Cheers

    • @alexk3088
      @alexk3088 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Max, it's your channel and your choice. But FWIW I meant no sound bite at all. That would be safe. Or something without vocals and very backgroundish and short, right as you start speaking. The thing is, even if the song is great, for us viewers it gets very old quickly. I end up skipping every time. Then what's the point? Just thinking out loud :-)

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Alex K I hear you, and I agree. I was thinking of some jazz/lounge music just to set the mood. I really appreciate the input. It certainly helps. Thanks again. Cheers 🥂

  • @richardmclean87
    @richardmclean87 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Miss you man where you been, needed help with my cognac

    • @MaxsCognacReview
      @MaxsCognacReview  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ha! Thanks, Richard. It's been a long summer and I am overdue. I will keep them coming. Cheers!

  • @levanelizbarashvili1899
    @levanelizbarashvili1899 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    🇬🇪 👏👏👏

  • @brendansherlock6442
    @brendansherlock6442 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Could have done without the swishing sounds 😂

  • @chrisharrison83
    @chrisharrison83 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man art LL cool J man don't art Elton John

  • @iishyxvietxboyii1
    @iishyxvietxboyii1 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Waited 4 minutes for him to take a sip...

  • @roccodimiccio5199
    @roccodimiccio5199 ปีที่แล้ว

    Martell is the best out of the 4 big houses