First Impression: Lively freshness. Sensory Journey: Floral on the nose with notes of jasmine, acacia, iris, lily of the valley, apricot and vanilla and velvet smooth on the palate. Blend: A harmonious blend of 20 cognacs aged for a minimum of 4 years, from grapes grown in the Grande Champagne and the Petite Champagne, the 2 finest crus in the Cognac region. H by HINE VSOP is superb on its own as well as being the perfect base for many cocktails both long and short.