Created in 1996 by sixth-generation Hine chairman Bernard Hine and Nicholas Freeman, former head of Hunters & Frankau (Britain’s exclusive Cuban cigar importer), this XO was designed to complement fine cigars. The House of Hine dates to 1763; Thomas Hine himself arrived in Jarnac during the French Revolution in 1791. This blend of more than 25 eaux de vie draws from Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne, and Fins Bois, the only Hine expression to include that third terroir. Bottled at 40% ABV.