Hennessy VSOP Privilege Chinese New Year 2023 by Yan Pei-Ming
Hennessy VSOP Privilège Chinese New Year 2023 by Yan Pei-Ming is a 40% ABV (80 proof) cognac in a 750mL limited-edition decanter celebrating the Year of the Rabbit — the house's flagship VSOP dressed in artwork by French-Chinese painter Yan Pei-Ming. VSOP Privilège blends 60+ eaux-de-vie aged a minimum of four years, known for its harmony of toasted oak, vanilla and spice. Available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- Proof / ABV: 40% ABV / 80 proof
- Size: 750mL limited-edition decanter
- Blend: 60+ eaux-de-vie, minimum 4 years aging
- Origin: Cognac, France
- Edition: 2023 Chinese New Year — Year of the Rabbit, Yan Pei-Ming artwork
The Year of the Rabbit, Painted by Yan Pei-Ming
Each Chinese New Year, Hennessy hands its decanter to a contemporary artist — for 2023, Yan Pei-Ming's expressive rabbit artwork wraps the VSOP Privilège bottle in red and gold. Inside is the cognac that defined the VSOP category: balanced, versatile, instantly recognizable. Explore the cognac collection and more Hennessy.
Tasting Notes
Toasted oak and vanilla on the nose with clove and cinnamon. The palate is full and round — honeyed fruit, spice and soft oak — finishing long with warm vanilla.
How to Enjoy
Neat or on a large cube to appreciate the blend; the VSOP profile also shines in a Sidecar or an Old Fashioned. The 2023 decanter is a display-worthy gift for the Year of the Rabbit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who designed the Hennessy 2023 Chinese New Year bottle?
French-Chinese artist Yan Pei-Ming, known for his monumental expressive portraits.
What does VSOP mean?
Very Superior Old Pale — the youngest eau-de-vie in the blend is aged at least four years in oak.
Is the 2023 CNY Hennessy a different cognac?
No — it's the standard VSOP Privilège blend in limited-edition Year of the Rabbit packaging.
What is the ABV of Hennessy VSOP Privilège?
40% ABV (80 proof).
A collector's decanter for the Year of the Rabbit — order the Hennessy VSOP Privilège Chinese New Year 2023 online from Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.