To commemorate its 150th anniversary, Hennessy X.O collaborated with world-renowned American-Canadian architect Frank Gehry to create an exclusive decanter design that combines beautifully sculpted glass and gold materials.
With its unique shape, the bottle is reminiscent of Gehry's iconic deconstructivist postmodern style. When designing the opulent bottle, Gehry took inspiration from Maurice Hennessy's estate—specifically drawing from the Charente River and Cognac soil that surrounded it.
Available as a Hennessy X.O Fall 2020 exclusive, the brand has produced just 150 bottles—with each one numbered and signed by Gehry to confirm its authenticity. The limited edition numbered and signed decanters will be available for $17,000 USD, however the brand will also more widely release another bottle designed by the architect, which will retail for $200.
Architect-Designed Cognac Bottles
This Exclusive Release Honors Hennessy X.O's 150th Anniversary
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