Domaine de Baraillon Bas Armagnac 1979/2023

Volume: 0.7 litres | Alcohol content: 43% | Chill filtration: Yes | Colouring: No

Special Features:

Long maturation in oak casks shapes this vintage Armagnac from Domaine de Baraillon. Distilled in 1979, the spirit matured for 44 years before being bottled in May 2023 at 43%. It combines ripe fruit with nutty and roasted notes, a pronounced array of spices and distinctive oak spice.

Its colour comes entirely from maturation, with no added colouring. This official bottling contains 0.7 litres and is presented in a wooden box.

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: Nutty notes and gentle spice lead on the nose. Fruit compote, apricots and baking spices emerge behind them, with walnut and a subtle touch of cinnamon completing the bouquet.
• Palate: The Armagnac feels dense on the palate. Roasted coffee beans and walnuts mingle with cherry jam and marzipan. Star anise, cloves and cinnamon add spicy accents.
• Finish: The long finish is dry and spicy, with lingering fruit notes. Dark roasted notes also remain on the finish.

Distillery/Bottler:

Domaine de Baraillon lies near Lannemaignan in Bas-Armagnac, on the border between Gers and Landes. The Claverie family has farmed the estate since 1748. Around 20 hectares of vineyards grow on sandy clay soils known locally as Sables Fauves.

The estate grows Folle Blanche, Colombard and Baco grapes. It distils its Armagnacs to a strength of around 52% and matures them in casks made from local oak in its historic cellars. The family business combines its own winegrowing with the long maturation of its vintage spirits.

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