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Shannon Sharpe's VSOP Cognac, Shay by Le Portier, Launches In Colorado

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

Today Le Portier announces the launch of Shay VSOP in the same market where Sharpe enjoyed 12 seasons as tight end for the Denver Broncos.

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  • Today Le Portier announces the launch of Shay VSOP in the same market where Sharpe enjoyed 12 seasons as tight end for the Denver Broncos.
  • Shannon Sharpe: "I am very excited to be back in Colorado where I spent 12 years with the Broncos.
  • Continuing the successful partnership seen in Georgia, Le Portier will work exclusively with Eagle Rock Distributing Company to supply Colorado with Shay.
  • Shay by Le Portier is simply a new season for what is shaping up to be Sharpe's next Hall of Fame campaign.

D'USSÉ COGNAC APPOINTS NEW CELLAR MASTER, AGATHE BOINOT

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

HAMILTON, Bermuda, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- D'USSÉ Cognac is proud to announce Agathe Boinot as the second cellar master in its history. She succeeds the brand's founding cellar master Michel Casavecchia, who retired earlier this month. The appointment marks Boinot as the youngest female cellar master of the major houses in Cognac—a testament to the modern vision that D'USSÉ was founded upon 12 years ago. 

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  • Boinot succeeds D'USSÉ founding cellar master Michel Casavecchia, becoming the youngest female cellar master of the major houses in Cognac.
  • HAMILTON, Bermuda, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- D'USSÉ Cognac is proud to announce Agathe Boinot as the second cellar master in its history.
  • He redefined the limits of the category and his lessons will be forever with me," said Agathe Boinot.
  • "Developing a new Cognac is every cellar master's dream, and developing D'USSÉ was the honor of my lifetime," said Michel Casavecchia.

Prunier Cognac Joins the Global Portfolio of Dreyfus Ashby & Co.

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

Dreyfus Ashby & Co., a leading wine and spirits importer with a distinguished portfolio of family estate wine and spirits brands from around the world, is very proud to announce the addition of the renowned Cognac producer, Prunier, to its portfolio.

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  • Dreyfus Ashby & Co., a leading wine and spirits importer with a distinguished portfolio of family estate wine and spirits brands from around the world, is very proud to announce the addition of the renowned Cognac producer, Prunier, to its portfolio.
  • The addition of this historic House allows Dreyfus Ashby to complement its premium wine offerings with one of the oldest and most renowned Cognac producers in the world.
  • We take pride in contributing to Dreyfus Ashby & Co.'s rich legacy and prestigious portfolio.
  • Our trust in this partnership is rooted in the mutual dedication to share our values and the craftsmanship of Prunier to connoisseurs across the nation.”

From NFL fame to cognac acclaim - Shannon Sharpe's "Shay" by Le Portier hits Georgia's shelves

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

And yet, this is just one further thrilling development in the Le Portier tale.

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  • And yet, this is just one further thrilling development in the Le Portier tale.
  • After merely two years since its establishment, Le Portier is internationally renowned, boasting seven of the industry's most significant accolades, including none other than Platinum at the SIP Awards.
  • There was a 36% increase in cognac consumption in China from 2019 to 2020, highlighting the global thirst for this spirit.
  • "Shay" by Le Portier is a VSOP cognac that challenges traditional market norms by offering the complexity of a luxury VSOP at a more accessible price point.

MARTINGALE COGNAC LAUNCHES IN THE US: A MODERN FRENCH LUXURY SPIRIT FOR A NEW GENERATION OF COGNAC DRINKERS

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Martingale Cognac makes its highly anticipated debut in the United States. The emblem of a refreshingly new, creative, and unexpected style of Cognac, Martingale is the work of the Thomas family's fourth-generation founders, Guillaume Thomas (Founder, CEO, veteran Pernod Ricard executive) and Amaury Thomas (Co-Founder, Master Blender). Despite a more than 100-year-old history of producing quality eaux-de-vie for other prestigious houses, their Cognac has, until now, been enjoyed anonymously. Today, the fourth generation of this determined family proudly launches Martingale Cognac, their first ever commercially available product, with Batch 0001 on shelves starting early October. 

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  • Despite a more than 100-year-old history of producing quality eaux-de-vie for other prestigious houses, their Cognac has, until now, been enjoyed anonymously.
  • Today, the fourth generation of this determined family proudly launches Martingale Cognac, their first ever commercially available product, with Batch 0001 on shelves starting early October.
  • Martingale Cognac Debuts in the US - A Modern French Luxury Spirit Custom-Made for a New Generation of Cognac Drinkers.
  • The Thomas family heritage and the 2023 release of Martingale Cognac delivers a beautiful paradox vis-a-vis a luxury spirit that intertwines legacy and modernity.

MAISON COURVOISIER CELEBRATES REUNION WITH AMBASSADOR OF JOY YINKA ILORI TO UNVEIL LIMITED-EDITION VSOP BOTTLE DESIGN

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

JARNAC, France, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Maison Courvoisier, the Most Awarded Cognac House*, proudly announces the return of British Nigerian artist Yinka Ilori as its "Ambassador of Joy," a role created exclusively for the artist, designer and storyteller. Ilori returns for a second year to introduce a limited-edition Courvoisier VSOP (Very Superior Old Pale) bottle design inspired by the joy of a summer's day in Jarnac, France, the home of Courvoisier. This special release will be offered in four unique ombre colors, amplifying the vibrant beauty of Jarnac.

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  • Ilori returns for a second year to introduce a limited-edition Courvoisier VSOP (Very Superior Old Pale) bottle design inspired by the joy of a summer's day in Jarnac, France, the home of Courvoisier.
  • "I am delighted to collaborate with Courvoisier once again in my role as 'Ambassador of Joy,'" said Ilori.
  • "As an artist and designer, my work aims to spread happiness, foster togetherness, and create joyful memories – values that Courvoisier also champions.
  • Ilori's limited edition VSOP bottle is available now as a UK exclusive at luxury retailer Selfridges London and on Selfridges.com .

MAISON COURVOISIER CELEBRATES REUNION WITH AMBASSADOR OF JOY YINKA ILORI TO UNVEIL LIMITED-EDITION VSOP BOTTLE DESIGN

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

JARNAC, France, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Maison Courvoisier, the Most Awarded Cognac House*, proudly announces the return of British Nigerian artist Yinka Ilori as its "Ambassador of Joy," a role created exclusively for the artist, designer and storyteller. Ilori returns for a second year to introduce a limited-edition Courvoisier VSOP (Very Superior Old Pale) bottle design inspired by the joy of a summer's day in Jarnac, France, the home of Courvoisier. This special release will be offered in four unique ombre colors, amplifying the vibrant beauty of Jarnac.

Key Points: 
  • Ilori returns for a second year to introduce a limited-edition Courvoisier VSOP (Very Superior Old Pale) bottle design inspired by the joy of a summer's day in Jarnac, France, the home of Courvoisier.
  • "I am delighted to collaborate with Courvoisier once again in my role as 'Ambassador of Joy,'" said Ilori.
  • "As an artist and designer, my work aims to spread happiness, foster togetherness, and create joyful memories – values that Courvoisier also champions.
  • Ilori's limited edition VSOP bottle is available now as a UK exclusive at luxury retailer Selfridges London and on Selfridges.com .

Shay By Le Portier: Embarking on an Exquisite Journey and Unveiling Across New Jersey

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Thursday, June 22, 2023

The Rush Lounge, The Gallery, and Café Nola were all ablaze with an amazing atmosphere as Shannon unveiled his VSOP creation, Shay by Le Portier.

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  • The Rush Lounge, The Gallery, and Café Nola were all ablaze with an amazing atmosphere as Shannon unveiled his VSOP creation, Shay by Le Portier.
  • "Shay" by Le Portier, now available in New Jersey.
  • Reflecting on his time in New Jersey, Shannon Sharpe shared, "My journey with Le Portier was truly extraordinary.
  • Get ready to elevate your taste buds and immerse yourself in luxury with Shay by Le Portier.

THE WAIT IS OVER FOR LE PORTIER FANS AS SHANNON SHARPE ROLLS OUT HIS AWARD-WINNING COGNAC IN THE CITY OF LIGHTS, LAS VEGAS.

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023

Launched by 3x champion and pro-football Hall of Famer, Shannon Sharpe, Le Portier is the drink of choice for your next evening out.

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  • Launched by 3x champion and pro-football Hall of Famer, Shannon Sharpe, Le Portier is the drink of choice for your next evening out.
  • Sharpe's VSOP ( Shay ) is the inaugural release from Le Portier, selling out in just a few months.
  • ', a cocktail that incorporates Le Portier with a hint of açai berry to give a feminine, fruity touch.
  • In naming Le Portier after her, he honors the sacrifices she made and the values she instilled in him.

Paul Masson Brandy and Houston Rap Icon Paul Wall Invite Fans to "Party with Paul"

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Thursday, March 9, 2023

LOUISVILLE, Ky., March 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Calling all spirits and hip-hop lovers! Paul Masson Brandy, known for bringing great flavor and impeccably smooth taste to the party for over 100 years, is offering music fans across the nation the chance to "Party with Paul" – aka party with Grammy-nominated rapper and "People's Champ" Paul Wall while sipping cocktails from Paul Masson Brandy.

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  • Paul Masson Brandy, known for bringing great flavor and impeccably smooth taste to the party for over 100 years, is offering music fans across the nation the chance to "Party with Paul" – aka party with Grammy-nominated rapper and "People's Champ" Paul Wall while sipping cocktails from Paul Masson Brandy.
  • "We're thrilled to be inviting consumers to Party with Paul for this once-in-a-lifetime experience," said Jess Scheerhorn, avid Paul (Wall and Masson) fan and brand director at Sazerac.
  • Whether enjoying Paul Masson over ice in a glass, neat, or mixed in a cocktail, there is no wrong way to Party with Paul."
  • Follow Paul Masson Brandy on Facebook and Instagram for more information and future news.