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In Conversation: Anne-Laure Pressat, Executive Director at LOUIS XIII

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Produced by The House of Rémy Martin, LOUIS XIII Cognac is the epitome of craftsmanship.

Legendary Cognac, LOUIS XIII, has ventured into fine tableware with its launch of Art de la Table: two unique collections inspired by nature and time. Below, read The Sybarite’s exclusive interview with LOUIS XIII’s Executive Director, Anne-Laure Pressat, where we take a deep-dive into Pressat's career, the legacy of LOUIS XIII, and the maison's exciting new venture.

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