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Bas Armagnac XO...
X.O. Bas-Armagnac<br /><br />Distillery<br />Dartigalongue<br /><br />Characteristics<br />The continuous still at 58% vol. and the 'Charantais' system, recognised by the 1972 decree as being of superior quality thanks to the elimination of impurities and the<br />consequent production of a more refined and elegant eau-de-vie.<br /><br />BLENDING: of eaux-de-vie aged in oak barrels for 10 to 20 years, for the oldest ones.<br /><br />Soil:<br />sandy-loamy<br /><br />Grape varieties:<br />Ugni Blanc, Baco and Folle Blanche<br /><br />Tasting notes:<br />The colour is a clear, bright amber. Notes of candied fruit, plum and oak are perceived on the nose. In the mouth, it reveals itself to be well structured with considerable<br />amplitude. The finish is rich in pastry aromas (vanilla, candied fruit) and citrus fruit.<br />
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€124.00
Bas Armagnac mill.1990...
Mllésimé 1990<br />40°vol<br /><br />THE DISTILLERY<br />Founded by Pascal Dartigalongue under the reign of Louis-Philippe in 1838, the Maison Dartigalongue is now the oldest producer of Bas Armagnacs. Based in Nogaro, in<br />the heart of Bas Armagnac, it distils only wines from this area, reputed for the refinement of its crus.<br /><br />CHARACTERISTICS<br />Between Gers and Landes, the continuous still is used at 58% vol. and the 'Charantais' system, recognised by the 1972 decree as being of superior quality thanks to the<br />elimination of impurities and the consequent obtainment of a more refined and elegant spirit.The minimum ageing period of 7-8 years takes place in new (30%) Guasconian<br />oak casks of 400 litres. SOIL: sandy-loamy. GRAPES: Ugni Blanc, Baco and Folle Blanche.<br />TASTING NOTES<br />The intense amber colour anticipates clean hints of coffee and dried flowers. The palate has good texture, body and length with candied fruit aftertaste.<br />
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€133.40
Bas Armagnac mill. 1974...
Mllésimé 1974<br />40°vol<br /><br />THE DISTILLERY<br />Founded by Pascal Dartigalongue under the reign of Louis-Philippe in 1838, the Maison Dartigalongue is now the oldest producer of Bas Armagnacs. Based in Nogaro, in<br />the heart of Bas Armagnac, it distils only wines from this area, reputed for the refinement of its crus.<br />CHARACTERISTICS<br />Straddling Gers and Landes, the continuous still at 58% vol. and the 'Charantais' system are used, recognised by the 1972 decree as being of superior quality thanks to the<br />elimination of impurities and the consequent production of a more refined and elegant spirit. The minimum ageing period of 7-8 years takes place in new (30%) Guasconia<br />oak casks of 400 litres.<br />SOIL: sandy-loamy.<br />GRAPES: Ugni Blanc, Baco and Folle Blanche.<br />TASTING NOTES<br />On the nose, spices, white flowers and dried fruit ennoble the bouche. On the palate, the ethereal tannins provide superb length and remarkable freshness if one dwells on<br />the elapsed harvest time.<br />
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€259.60
Cognac Delamain 'XO' Pale &...
Pale & Dry<br />Cognac grande champagne<br />premier cru de cognac<br /><br />First introduced almost a century ago, Pale & Dry X.O is composed exclusively of eaux-de-vie sourced from the Grande Champagne region, Cognac's finest 'terroir'.<br />Elegant and extremely delicate, it has been carefully matured in ancient cellars in well-seasoned French oak casks.<br /><br />BOUQUET: long and intense. Enticingly perfumed and richly fragrant with fruity notes of apricot and citrus followed by vanilla 'rancio'.<br />TASTE: light and delicate in the mouth, with the gentleness of slow ageing.<br />FINISH: full and soft, developing into fruit.<br />
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€108.40
Vieux Pineau des Charentes...
TYPOLOGY: Fortified wine<br /><br />PRODUCTION AREA: Juillac-Le-Coq<br /><br />RAW MATERIAL: Cabernet Sauvignon 50%, Merlot 50%.<br /><br />DISTILLATION: Obtained from a mixture of fermented grapes and Cognac. Fermentation is stopped by adding cognac at 60° when the must reaches 10 degrees alcohol. The<br />result is a fortified must with an alcohol content of between 16° and 22°. The production process continues with the addition of one part cognac for every 4 parts must.<br />Finally, the product thus obtained is decanted into barrels that have contained the cognac.<br /><br />GRAPE VARIETIES: Cabernet Sauvignon 50%, Merlot 50%.<br /><br />COLOUR: intense ruby red<br /><br />BOUQUET: aromas of red fruits emerge on the nose<br /><br />FLAVOUR: velvety and round on the palate. It offers intense fruity notes, particularly blackcurrant and raspberry jam combined with flavours and aromas reminiscent of Port<br /><br />AGEING: minimum 8 years in French oak barrels<br />
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€54.40
Armagnac Hors d'Age 70cl...
Distillery<br />Dartigalongue<br /><br />Characteristics<br />The continuous still at 58% vol. and the 'Charantais' system, recognised by the 1972 decree as being of superior quality thanks to the elimination of impurities and the<br />consequent obtainment of a more refined and elegant spirit, are used between Gers and Landes. In Hors d'Âge, the minimum ageing period of 7-8 years takes place in new<br />barrels (30%) of 400-litre Gascony oak.<br /><br />Soil: sandy-loamy.<br /><br />Grape varieties: Ugni Blanc, Baco and Folle Blanche.<br /><br />Tasting notes: on the nose, aromas of vanilla, plums, toasted oak and yellow fruit are expressed on the palate with a beautiful length and savoury, spicy notes.<br />
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€72.80
Cognac X.O. FRANCOIS PEYROT...
<br /><br />TYPE: Cognac<br />PRODUCTION AREA: Jarnac<br />DISTILLATION: Once harvested, the grapes are placed on racks to extract the juice and pulp. This very important stage is carried out slowly in an ancestral manner with the<br />help of ancient water piston presses, which respect the crushing of the grapes to allow the juices to pass through the skins. The wines produced are carefully distilled in a<br />still, made by artisans, refined in a copper mass which is indispensable for obtaining refined eaux-de-vie. A double distillation of the wines gives rise to the prestigious and<br />incomparable spirit that is COGNAC.<br />VINE: Colombard and Ugni Blanc<br />COLOUR: amber gold<br />BOUQUET: An explosion of scents arrives on the nose with a continuous crescendo, among which fruit aromas, hints of vanilla and walnuts are recognisable<br />PAIRINGS: to be enjoyed in the evening in a moment of relaxation<br />TASTEIn the mouth it is overpoweringly persistent, intense and delicate at the same time<br />DESCRIPTION: The alembic, of artisanal manufacture, was built and refined from a mass of raw copper. Charentaise' distillation concentrates the wine's most delicate<br />aromas and flavours, a traditional method dating back to the 18th century. The 'Les Bergeronnettes' vineyard comprises 25 hectares located in the 'Grande Champagne 1er<br />cru de Cognac'(AOC).<br />AGING: Minimum 25 years in oak barrels.<br />
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€100.20
Cognac V.S.O.P. FRANCOIS...
<br />TYPE: Cognac<br />PRODUCTION AREA: Jarnac<br />DISTILLATION: Once harvested, the grapes are placed on racks to extract the juice and pulp. This very important stage is carried out slowly in an ancestral manner with the<br />help of ancient water piston presses, which respect the crushing of the grapes to allow the juices to pass through the skins. The wines produced are carefully distilled in a<br />handcrafted still, refined in a copper mass, which is indispensable for obtaining refined eaux-de-vie. A double distillation of the wines gives rise to the prestigious and<br />incomparable spirit that is COGNAC.<br />VINE: Colombard and Ugni Blanc<br />COLOUR: amber gold<br />BOUQUET: The bouquet is sweet with hints of vanilla<br />PAIRINGS: to be drunk slowly, savouring every aromatic nuance<br />FLAVOUR: the taste is round, soft and enchanting, but above all it is refined and persuasive, endowed with a superfine class<br />DESCRIPTION: The artisan-made still was built and refined from a mass of raw copper. Charentaise' distillation concentrates the wine's most delicate aromas and flavours,<br />a traditional method dating back to the 18th century. The 'Les Bergeronnettes' vineyard comprises 25 hectares located in the 'Grande Champagne 1er cru de<br />Cognac'(AOC).<br />AGING: minimum 12 years in oak barrels.<br />
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€67.20
Bas Arm. Samalens-Laujusan...
<br /><br />TYPE: Bas Armagnac<br />PRODUCTION AREA Laujuzan<br />DISTILLATION: 75% continuous distillation, 25% double distillation (pot still)<br />VINE: Ugni Blanc, Folle Blanche, Colombard<br />COLOURBrilliant and slightly amber-coloured<br />AROMA: particularly spicy aromas with hints of oak<br />FLAVOUR: A complex Armagnac whose flavour is perfectly balanced and marked by great roundness. Notes of gingerbread and fruit emerge with a delicate finish<br />characterised by elements of oak.<br />DESCRIPTION: Samalens has 8 stills, 4 continuous stills that have existed since before 1900 and 4 double distillation stills installed in 1973.the wines, all selected, come<br />almost entirely from the region bordered by Bas Armagnac and a small territory traditionally known as Gran Bas Armagnac<br />AGING: A minimum of 8 years in oak casks from Gascony.<br />
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€132.20
Armagnac VSOP Rounagle...
TYPE: Armagnac Ténarèze<br />PRODUCTION AREA Le Rounagle<br />DISTILLATION: continuous<br />VINE: Ugni Blanc, Colombard, Folle Blanche, Baco Blanc<br />COLOUROld gold<br />BOUQUET: On the nose, floral and fruity notes, the attack is broad, delicate tannic notes.<br />PAIRINGS: an Armagnac that deserves a slow tasting, worthy of its ageing and of the Maître de chais' patience in elaborating this wonderful elixir<br />TASTE: An Armagnac that is very easy to drink on the palate, floral with a woody finish due to ageing in French oak barrels.<br />DESCRIPTION: Rounagle is located in Larroque sur L' Osse in Ténarèze situated in the north-west of the Armagnac regions, near the town of Condom Wine for distillation<br />has been produced here for centuries as the land rich in limestone clay is known throughout the region for the production of very aromatic white wines The previous owners<br />sold their production in bulk to consolidate the blends of the négotiants This is how Hugues discovered the very high quality of the product during a business visit, He<br />decided to buy Rounagle These Armagnacs are extremely fruity and expressive, with a long and decisive finish that fully satisfies any palate.<br />AGING: A minimum of 4 years in oak casks.<br />
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€51.40