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MAISON COURVOISIER CELEBRATES REUNION WITH AMBASSADOR OF JOY YINKA ILORI TO UNVEIL LIMITED-EDITION VSOP BOTTLE DESIGN

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

JARNAC, France, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Maison Courvoisier, the Most Awarded Cognac House*, proudly announces the return of British Nigerian artist Yinka Ilori as its "Ambassador of Joy," a role created exclusively for the artist, designer and storyteller. Ilori returns for a second year to introduce a limited-edition Courvoisier VSOP (Very Superior Old Pale) bottle design inspired by the joy of a summer's day in Jarnac, France, the home of Courvoisier. This special release will be offered in four unique ombre colors, amplifying the vibrant beauty of Jarnac.

Key Points: 
  • Ilori returns for a second year to introduce a limited-edition Courvoisier VSOP (Very Superior Old Pale) bottle design inspired by the joy of a summer's day in Jarnac, France, the home of Courvoisier.
  • "I am delighted to collaborate with Courvoisier once again in my role as 'Ambassador of Joy,'" said Ilori.
  • "As an artist and designer, my work aims to spread happiness, foster togetherness, and create joyful memories – values that Courvoisier also champions.
  • Ilori's limited edition VSOP bottle is available now as a UK exclusive at luxury retailer Selfridges London and on Selfridges.com .

MAISON COURVOISIER CELEBRATES REUNION WITH AMBASSADOR OF JOY YINKA ILORI TO UNVEIL LIMITED-EDITION VSOP BOTTLE DESIGN

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, August 17, 2023

JARNAC, France, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Maison Courvoisier, the Most Awarded Cognac House*, proudly announces the return of British Nigerian artist Yinka Ilori as its "Ambassador of Joy," a role created exclusively for the artist, designer and storyteller. Ilori returns for a second year to introduce a limited-edition Courvoisier VSOP (Very Superior Old Pale) bottle design inspired by the joy of a summer's day in Jarnac, France, the home of Courvoisier. This special release will be offered in four unique ombre colors, amplifying the vibrant beauty of Jarnac.

Key Points: 
  • Ilori returns for a second year to introduce a limited-edition Courvoisier VSOP (Very Superior Old Pale) bottle design inspired by the joy of a summer's day in Jarnac, France, the home of Courvoisier.
  • "I am delighted to collaborate with Courvoisier once again in my role as 'Ambassador of Joy,'" said Ilori.
  • "As an artist and designer, my work aims to spread happiness, foster togetherness, and create joyful memories – values that Courvoisier also champions.
  • Ilori's limited edition VSOP bottle is available now as a UK exclusive at luxury retailer Selfridges London and on Selfridges.com .

MAISON COURVOISIER UNVEILS A NEW LOOK, NAMES CREATIVE VISIONARY YINKA ILORI AS "AMBASSADOR OF JOY" AND APPOINTS ITS SEVENTH CHIEF BLENDER

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Tuesday, February 15, 2022

JARNAC, France, Feb. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Maison Courvoisier was established in 1828 by Félix Courvoisier on the principle of celebrating the joy in every day. Today, the Most Awarded Cognac House* embarks on an exciting journey to honor its heritage and embrace the future with the launch of a new campaign commissioned by artist and designer Yinka Ilori. This month, Courvoisier also announces the retirement of its sixth Chief Blender Patrice Pinet and the transition to his carefully selected successor seventh Chief Blender Thibaut Hontanx, as well as the release of a striking new look that reimagines design codes from the 1800s.

Key Points: 
  • Courvoisier proudly welcomes Yinka Ilori as its "Ambassador of Joy" - a role created exclusively for the colorful storyteller.
  • It makes people smile, it brings people together and delivers a natural sense of conviviality," said Yinka Ilori.
  • Maison Courvoisier also honors the legacy of Patrice Pinet, who will retire from his role as sixth generation Chief Blender this month.
  • Pinet joined Maison Courvoisier as production manager in 1989 and was appointed Chief Blender in 2009.

MAISON COURVOISIER UNVEILS A NEW LOOK, NAMES CREATIVE VISIONARY YINKA ILORI AS "AMBASSADOR OF JOY" AND APPOINTS ITS SEVENTH CHIEF BLENDER

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, February 15, 2022

JARNAC, France, Feb. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Maison Courvoisier was established in 1828 by Félix Courvoisier on the principle of celebrating the joy in every day. Today, the Most Awarded Cognac House* embarks on an exciting journey to honor its heritage and embrace the future with the launch of a new campaign commissioned by artist and designer Yinka Ilori. This month, Courvoisier also announces the retirement of its sixth Chief Blender Patrice Pinet and the transition to his carefully selected successor seventh Chief Blender Thibaut Hontanx, as well as the release of a striking new look that reimagines design codes from the 1800s.

Key Points: 
  • Courvoisier proudly welcomes Yinka Ilori as its "Ambassador of Joy" - a role created exclusively for the colorful storyteller.
  • It makes people smile, it brings people together and delivers a natural sense of conviviality," said Yinka Ilori.
  • Maison Courvoisier also honors the legacy of Patrice Pinet, who will retire from his role as sixth generation Chief Blender this month.
  • Pinet joined Maison Courvoisier as production manager in 1989 and was appointed Chief Blender in 2009.