Founding and History

A.E. Dor was founded in 1858 by Amédée-Edouard Dor, a passionate collector of fine eaux-de-vie, who initially established the house with the purpose of gathering and aging rare Cognacs. Over time, Dor’s collection became one of the most prestigious in Cognac, with the house gaining a reputation for having an extensive stock of well-aged, vintage eaux-de-vie. These rare Cognacs, some dating back to the 19th century, were stored in glass demi-johns to preserve their integrity, ensuring that the house had an extraordinary library of old spirits.
A.E. Dor is still a family-run business, with successive generations continuing to uphold the founder’s commitment to preserving and aging the finest Cognacs. Located in the heart of Cognac’s Grande Champagne region, the house focuses on traditional methods, producing small batches of highly regarded, well-aged Cognacs. The house’s unique history of aging rare eaux-de-vie makes it a treasure trove for collectors and connoisseurs alike.

Style and Offerings

A.E. Dor is known for its exceptional vintage Cognacs and its emphasis on very old and rare expressions. The house’s style reflects the Grande Champagne terroir, producing Cognacs with finesse, complexity, and a distinctive elegance. Using only the highest quality eaux-de-vie, primarily from Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne, A.E. Dor’s Cognacs are characterized by floral, fruity, and spicy aromas with a long aging process that develops notes of rancio, vanilla, leather, and nuts in older expressions.
The house is particularly noted for its extensive collection of pre-phylloxera Cognacs, rare eaux-de-vie that were produced before the phylloxera outbreak devastated European vineyards in the late 19th century. A.E. Dor has also maintained its dedication to traditional aging processes, using old oak barrels and minimal intervention to allow the natural flavors to evolve over time..