The history of Rémy Martin is a 300-year legacy defined by a strict focus on "Fine Champagne" cognac—a blend of eaux-de-vie from the two most prestigious growing areas in the region.

Founding and Early Growth (1724–1841)
The Beginning: The house was founded in 1724 by Rémy Martin, a young winegrower and farmer in the Cognac region of France. Unlike many merchants of the time, he produced cognac under his own name.

The Royal Privilege: In 1738, King Louis XV granted Rémy Martin the rare right to plant new vines, a significant honor as planting was strictly restricted due to food shortages at the time. This recognized the exceptional quality of his spirits.

Family Control: For nearly two centuries, the company remained a family-run business, passed down through several generations of the Martin family.

Global Expansion and the Centaur (1841–1910)
Paul-Émile Rémy Martin: Taking control in 1841, Paul-Émile transformed the business from a local producer into a global brand. He began bottling the cognac (which was previously sold in barrels) to export it to the US, Asia, and the Pacific.