Many of us would agree that cognac and chocolate are among the most luxurious, most decadent pleasures in life. The Maison of Rémy Martin, the legendary cognac maker, has now enhanced the guilty pleasures manifold by enticing a select band of guests in Hong Kong to experience the first-ever pairing of  Rémy Martin XO & La Maison du Chocolat.

Nothing less than a match made in a gourmand’s heaven, this unique marriage brings together the opulence of Rémy Martin XO, the ‘Holy Grail’ of extra-old cognacs, with designer chocolate by Parisian haute couture chocolate house La Maison du Chocolat.

The immersive experience transports guests to cloud nine, with its explosion of flavours and fragrance, allowing us to explore the nuances of each taste profile a little deeper – from the floral, fruity, spicy, even slightly smoky flavours of the Rémy Martin XO to the slightly bitter, yet delicately sweet notes of the gourmet chocolates from La Maison du Chocolat. The result is a sensory symphony that’s gleefully decadent and spiritually elevating at the same time.

The House of Rémy Martin’s International Brand Ambassador Florian Hériard Dubreuil, who was in Hong Kong especially to facilitate the pairing session, explains the unique idea, saying: “From growing fruits to perfecting their subtle aromas, both cognac and chocolate are created in unexpectedly similar ways, developing complementary flavour profiles. Chocolate pairing especially enhances the roasted dry fruits and cocoa facet of Rémy Martin XO’s aromatic spectrum.”

Check out moments from the exclusive event below.