In 1817, the future King George IV of England asked Hennessy to supply him with a Very Superior, Old and Pale Cognac. By the end of the 19th century, VSOP, as it had become known, had firmly established its reputation among the nobility. A delicate blend of wood notes, spices and wild honey with a smooth and enveloping texture. Scents of oak and vanilla, with a hint of red berries is followed by lighter notes of hazelnuts to round out what is one of the classic cognacs of the world. Pair it with dark chocolate and tangy cheeses and enjoy it by the fireplace.