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Hennessy Paradis and Hennessy X.O are separate official expressions, not one grade in different packaging. Their creation dates, blending positions and current decanter descriptions differ, while older bottles still require version-specific checks of volume, ABV, bottle shape, labels and accessories.
Official differences between the two expressions
| Field | Hennessy X.O | Hennessy Paradis |
|---|---|---|
| Creation | Created by Maurice Hennessy in 1870 | Created by Maurice Fillioux in 1979 |
| Official positioning | Hennessy’s Original X.O; an Extra Old Cognac | A separate blend described through harmony, roundness and a silky texture |
| Maturation description | The current page describes its eaux-de-vie and oak ageing | The page states that its eaux-de-vie mature in very old casks |
| Decanter history | Gérald de Geoffre designed the first X.O decanter in 1947 | The current Paradis decanter reinterprets the X.O silhouette with wing-like lines |
Do not date an older bottle from current product images
- For both Paradis and X.O, transcribe the formal name, volume, ABV, front and back labels, bottle-base markings and import label.
- Record the shoulder, neck, stopper top, capsule, moulded glass code and box style separately. Do not project the current decanter design onto an older version.
- The 1979 creation date for Paradis is not the bottling year of a bottle in hand; 1870 for X.O is not the age of the liquid.
- Match boxes, booklets, certificates and accessories bottle by bottle. Similar brown or gold packaging does not establish the same release.
One inventory table for both expressions
| Number | Formal expression | Bottle shape and markings | Accessories | Provenance and condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A01 | Hennessy Paradis | Volume, ABV, front and back labels, bottle base | Box, booklet, certificate | Purchase, storage, fill level, capsule |
| A02 | Hennessy X.O | Volume, ABV, front and back labels, bottle base | Box, booklet, gifts | Purchase, storage, fill level, capsule |
Frequently asked questions about Hennessy Paradis and X.O
Is Paradis simply X.O in another box?
No. They are separate official expressions with different creation histories and product information.
Does 1979 mean every Paradis bottle was bottled that year?
No. It is the official creation year. Establish the bottling or circulation period of an individual bottle from physical evidence and provenance.
Can similar-looking bottles share one set of accessories?
No. Match the box, booklet, certificate, volume, ABV and regional label to each bottle individually.
Primary sources and scope
- Hennessy Paradis: Supports the 1979 creation date, blending description and current decanter information.
- Hennessy X.O: Supports the 1870 creation date, X.O identity and 1947 decanter history.
An official page supports only the names, specifications and history stated there. The release period, version, authenticity, accessories and condition of an individual item must still be checked separately.
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Prepare verifiable records
When documenting Hennessy Paradis and X.O, assign each bottle a unique number and use it across the full view, front, back, key markings, accessories, provenance and visible anomalies. Do not infer matters requiring measurement or physical inspection from similar online images. You can send a numbered list and clear photos via WhatsApp, or call +852 9453 0784. Making contact does not mean that an appraisal or quotation has been completed. Any conclusion remains subject to verifiable records and inspection of the item.
