Martell is one of the oldest Cognac houses, founded in 1715 by Jean Martell. It is now part of the Martell Mumm Perrier-Jouet branch of the French group Pernod Ricard. This house has contributed greatly to cognac's global renown, exporting it early on to the UK and Asia. It produces a wide range of cognacs, all well reputed.

Martell VSOP (Very Superior Old Pale) cognac is a blend of eaux-de-vies made with grapes grown in Grande Champagne, Les Borderies and Les Fins Bois, all aged for at least four years in oak casks. This special edition released to mark Martell’’s 300th anniversary was designed by DJ Etienne de Crecy.