Samples of press releases Louis XIII Bar at Sofitel Legend • Introducing illustrious Luxury Louis XIII Cognac by Remy Martin21 May 2014 21 May 2014, Sofitel Legend People’s Grand Xian is pleased to announce the opening of its new Luxury Bar Louis XIII specialized in Louis XIII Cognac. Dramatically decorated in black and crystal materials, the venue, located in the People’s Grand Hotel Penthouse, boasts a refined interior with a distinctive club atmosphere. Drinkers can nestle in leather and velvet chairs in an intimate setting and enjoy the stunning view over the extensive gardens and ancient Xian city. A glass paneled tunnel of light streaming down from the roof opening showcases the Hotel collection of luxury Louis XIII Cognacs. The Bar indeed is the only place where this rare breed of French Cognac can be found in Central China. The brilliant formula has been passed over by the Remy Martin House for 3 generations .It is a blend of 1200 eaux-de-vie, aged from 40 to over 100 years old, all produced from the soil of Grande Champagne in the most precious plots of vines of the Cognac Region. The result is a legendary combination of savoirfaire, art and patience. Louis XIII is a gourmet as well as a visual masterpiece, since it captures the light in a particular way; an experience reinforced by the highly crafted Baccarat bottle blown by expert craftsmen, and a 24K golden ring at the neck. The elixir and the bottle are made of rare noble materials, making it a unique and precious object .The Tasting ritual is spectacular, as the special brew offers an opulent palate, which develops in different noses and lasts one hour. Considered the world's finest, this exceptional Cognac has always been a favorite in the world of politics, fashion, and art. Its connoisseurs include Christian Dior and Elton John and Queen Elizabeth II .Winston Churchill celebrated his election victory with it in 1951. The Cognac of the powerful and visionary, the bottles are in limited editions. Each collection is unique and precious .The Rare Cask 42.6, named after the 42.6% alcohol content of the beverage has been released in the market. They are $23,000 and only 738 will ever be able for sale. The People’s Grand Hotel will dispose of 12 bottles to propose to their valued guests. For any query or reservation, please call us at (+86 29)87928888ext. 4022 or email to pgh@renminsquare.com ***** Sofitel, World Class Hotels & French Elegance Sofitel is the only French luxury hotel brand with a presence on five continents with 120 addresses, in almost 40 countries (more than 30,000 rooms). Sofitel offers contemporary hotels and resorts adapted to today’s more demanding and more versatile consumers who expect and appreciate beauty, quality and excellence. Whether situated in the heart of a major city like Paris, London, New York, Shanghai or Beijing, or nestled away in a country landscape in Morocco, Egypt, French Polynesia or Thailand, each Sofitel property offers a genuine experience of the French “art de vivre”. Sofitel Legend and & Sofitel So are two labels that come to enrich Sofitel Luxury hotels.