Alfred GIRAUD made its debut with DFS Group at the 2023 Masters of Wines & Spirits in Macau. Since then, the brand has recently extended its presence to DFS’ global network at New York City (JFK), Los Angeles (LAX) and San Francisco (SFO) airports, with planned expansion to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh airports.

DFS’ ability to develop super and ultra-premium brands aligns perfectly with Alfred GIRAUD’s vision. This collaboration between Alfred GIRAUD and DFS marks a significant step forward in promoting the culture of prestige French spirits around the world.

DFS Group unveiled the renovated wine and spirits multi-boutique concept zone in Macau, and Alfred GIRAUD French Malt whisky portfolio is part of the prestigious brands present in this store at DFS Macau, Shoppes at Four Seasons.

“DFS continues to push boundaries in securing  a remarkable curation of wines and spirits for its annual Masters of Wines and Spirits event. During the Masters of Wines and Spirits’ 12th edition this year, DFS was proud to showcase a special release, the Une Odyssee, from Alfred Giraud – France’s most awarded whisky. The Une Odyssee was awarded 95 points by Whisky Advocate, further proving DFS’ passion for hand-selecting exceptional and highly awarded bottles to our discerning clients.”
Christophe Marque, DFS President, Global Merchandising

“We are thrilled to partner with DFS, whether through their esteemed Masters of Wines & Spirits event or their top-quality travel retail outlets. This collaboration aligns perfectly with our strategy to distribute our limited production to carefully chosen locations in major international cities.”
Philippe Giraud, Alfred GIRAUD French Malt Whisky Founder

After Alfred GIRAUD limited edition INTRIGUE’s selection in 2023, DFS’ Masters of Wines and Spirits 2024, held in DFS Los Angeles International Airport and DFS Macau, City of Dreams, will also feature Alfred GIRAUD’s latest exclusive edition, UNE ODYSSÉE, from the Singular Collection. This exclusive edition embodies the very essence of craftsmanship and excellence for the most demanding whisky connoisseurs.

Whisky Advocate indeed recently awarded UNE ODYSSÉE an outstanding score of 95 points, placing it in the top 1% of all scores ever given by the magazine and the highest ever for a French whisky.

By complementing the selection of renowned brands at DFS’ Masters of Wines & Spirits, Alfred GIRAUD French Malt Whisky reinforces its commitment to innovation, authenticity and timeless elegance. We are honored to have been part of this unique experience in such iconic settings.

UNE ODYSSÉE by Alfred GIRAUD

THE FIRST LIMITED EDITION RELEASE IN THE ALFRED GIRAUD SINGULAR COLLECTION

Alfred GIRAUD’s finest malts are aged in rare and exceptional casks that sometimes give rise to a singular tasting experience. At the Saint Palais distillery in the Cognac region, Whisky Maker Gaétan Mariolle, follows their evolution until they reach the perfect point of balance. Occasionally, a unique cask presents an outstanding profile and is set aside for The Singular Collection. UNE ODYSSÉE is the first one-of-a-kind limited edition to enter The Singular Collection, a jewel of nature in a class apart.

A DOUBLE MALT FRENCH WHISKY AGED IN A RARE AND EXCEPTIONAL COGNAC CASK

UNE ODYSSÉE is an epic experience that celebrates the devotion of the Giraud family to traditionally different perfection. A masterful expression of nature and time, this extraordinary double malt French whisky was aged in a rare and long-serving cognac cask, a treasure unearthed by the Giraud family thanks to their constant pursuit of exceptional French casks and privileged access to very old casks in the Cognac region. Each numbered decanter pays tribute to a legacy of French craftsmanship handed down from one generation to the next, from Master Cooper Louis Giraud via cognac Cellar Masters Alfred and André Giraud to French Whisky pioneer Phillipe Giraud. Each precious drop carries the hallmark of a seasoned cask that housed the finest eaux-de-vie of Cognac for decades before entering the Alfred
GIRAUD cellar to shelter its finest malts and give rise to a singular tasting experience today.

A SINGULAR TASTING EXPERIENCE

UNE ODYSSÉE is a song, a symphony, an inimitable voyage for the senses. A rich aromatic explosion of remarkable freshness and profound elegance that embodies the past and the future, tradition and innovation, and transports the Alfred GIRAUD French Malt Whisky tasting experience into new realms.

“As soon as I dipped my nose into this exceptional cask, I was overwhelmed. The aromas were astonishing, memories came flooding back with the freshness of a new day. There was no question, this cask was destined for our very best whisky – all I had to do was wait and allow it to work its wonders. The result is outstanding. An unforgettable experience to savor and share with close friends and loved ones…it stays engraved on your memory like a song.”
Gaétan Mariolle, Alfred GIRAUD Whisky Maker

Tasting note:
› Color: Warm gold.
› Nose: Fresh and elegant, the nose rapidly reveals more complex aromas of candied apricot, ripe grapes and a hint of very, very old cognac.
› Palate: Fresh and elegant, the nose rapidly reveals more complex aromas of candied apricot, ripe grapes and a hint of very, very old cognac.
› Finish: A soft, silky finish of infinite length that reawakens memories like a song, note by fragrant note.

› WHISKY MAKER’S NOTE: UNE ODYSSÉE is a voyage in paradise, very gentle, yet very powerful with an other-worldly taste of rancio from very, very old eaux-de-vie. An unforgettable experience to savor and share with close friends and loved ones…It stays engraved on your memory like a song.