A dinner featuring Hennessy Cognac and rare tastings was offered at the Sound End Restaurant in New Canaan on March 10, 2014. A fifth-generation member of the Hennessy family, Cyrille Gautier-Auriol from France, was on hand to speak about the iconic brand. The cognacs range from 30 to 200 years old, and are priced between $100 to $3,500 a bottle.  A cocktail reception was followed by a formal four-course dinner paired with each cognac.

Giancarlo Cowan, Zone Manager, Brescome Barton; Carl Franco, Owner, Francos Wine and Spirits; Kathy Chan, Moet Hennessy Asian Ambassador; Cyrille Gautier-Auriol, Hennessey Ambassador; Ashley Kent, On Premise Account Manager CT, Moet Hennessy; Michelle Mauro, General Manager, South End; Nick Martschenko, Chef, South End.

Cyrille Gautier-Auriol, Hennessey Ambassador