Croizet Cognac

Established in 1805, Croizet is one of the best-known Cognac houses outside the category's "big four", with a long history that has helped give it enduring appeal amongst both collectors and everyday drinkers. While the house continues to produce modern expressions today, it is often the older bottlings that draw the most attention from brandy enthusiasts. Croizet's reputation amongst collectors has been built through a long association with vintage Cognacs and prestige releases, including the celebrated Cuvée Léonie.

Bottles from the early and mid twentieth century remain particularly sought after, and certain post-war vintages have developed a notably strong reputation amongst connoisseurs. Vintage releases from houses such as Croizet are appealing in part because they provide a more precise historical snapshot than the broader age categories more commonly associated with Cognac.

Amongst the most famous collector bottles linked to the house is Croizet Cuvée Léonie 1858, a name that has become almost legendary in the world of rare Cognac. A bottle of Croizet Vintage 1858 was reported by Cognac Expert to have sold at auction in Shanghai in 2011 for about $157,000, highlighting the remarkable value that the rarest old Croizet bottlings can achieve. For most drinkers, however, the appeal of the house lies not in trophy prices but in the combination of heritage, rarity and the sense that older Croizet bottlings can provide a particularly vivid connection to Cognac's past.