Cognac Lheraud Fins Bois 1976
DESCRIPTION
The Story
Since 1810, Maison Lhéraud has crafted vintage cognacs of rare finesse, faithful to the Charentais tradition. Established in Angeac, in the heart of the Fins Bois, it perpetuates ancestral expertise passed down from generation to generation. This 1976 vintage, sourced from the Fins Bois cru, testifies to a masterful balance between aromatic richness and elegance, the fruit of half a century of patience and mastery.
The Vinification
Distilled in 1976, this Fins Bois Cognac has aged naturally in Limousin oak barrels, with no additives or reduction. The Fins Bois terroir, with its clay-limestone soils and temperate climate, confers a beautiful roundness and depth on the eau-de-vie (spirit). The slow micro-oxygenation from the wood has enriched its texture and developed elegant notes of stewed fruits, chocolate, and fine spices.
The Tasting
On the nose, intense aromas of candied fruits, dark chocolate, and subtle spices. On the palate, the texture is silky and balanced, supported by a long and refined finish with a delicate peppery touch. The Lhéraud Fins Bois Cognac 1976 perfectly reflects the richness and elegance of the Charentais terroir.
Region
Nouvelle Aquitaine
Nouvelle-Aquitaine is France's largest wine-growing region, stretching from Poitiers to Pau, via emblematic territories such as Bordeaux, Cognac, Agen and Bergerac. It is home to an exceptional diversity of terroirs, supported by centuries of winemaking and distilling expertise, making it the cradle of some of the world's most renowned spirits.
To the north, in the Charente and Charente-Maritime regions, we produce the famous Cognac, made from the double distillation of white wines, and Pineau des Charentes, a liqueur wine combining grape must and young Cognac, appreciated for its freshness and roundness.
Further south, in the Gers, Landes and Lot-et-Garonne regions, we produce Armagnac, France's oldest brandy. Traditionally distilled in continuous stills, it is produced in three zones: Haut-Armagnac, Ténarèze and Bas-Armagnac. These three terroirs lie on the alluvial cone of Lannemezan, an ancient soil of sand, clay and pebbles eroded from the Pyrenees. They give rise to expressive, elegant and nuanced eaux-de-vie, with aromas of ripe fruit, sweet spices and dried fruit, revealed through barrel ageing.
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A 1976 vintage of great richness and elegance. Intense nose of candied fruits, dark chocolate, and spices. The palate is silky and well-balanced. Long and refined finish with a delicate peppery touch.
Cognac Lhéraud Fins Bois 1976, Exceptional Vintage - Vinodelice