Camus Cognac Baccarat Crystal Decanter 1980's

Camus Cognac Baccarat Crystal Decanter 

Jean-Baptiste Camus started out as an independent winegrower, distilling, and selling his cognac to other established houses. In 1863, he decided to expand his business by recruiting other producers to supply him with stock which he could sell his new brand, Camus La Grande Marque. Camus’ advantage of having people supply La Grande Marque was that he had total control over the quality of the product, from grape to the glass. The business would go on to enjoy great success over the next 150 years, remaining in the same family for over five generations. Perhaps the savviest tactic in the company’s history was the move towards the duty-free market in the 1960s. This saw recognition of the brand increase significantly and today Camus have a worldwide following, particularly in Asia.

Baccarat Crystal was founded in the commune of the same name in north-eastern France in 1764. The company was given permission to start the manufacture of window panes, mirrors and stemware by King Louis XV but it wasn't until 1816 when the first crystal oven was installed. For well over 250 years the company has become renowned for its high quality and craftsmanship.