Armagnac Tenareze Baron Gaston Legrand 1974
DESCRIPTION
The Story
From the Lannepax terroir, the historical cradle of Armagnac, the Baron Gaston Legrand 1974 vintage embodies the timeless nobility of the Ténarèze region. Patiently aged in oak barrels, this Cask Strength (Brut de Fût) testifies to the ancestral expertise of the house founded over a century ago, now under the aegis of Maison Cognac Lhéraud.
The Vinification
Distilled according to tradition and immediately stored in oak barrels, this Armagnac has matured for half a century in the Lannepax cellars. The clay-limestone terroir of Ténarèze, which guarantees the power and longevity of the spirits, has allowed this vintage to develop an elegant structure and deep aromatic richness.
The Tasting
The Ténarèze Armagnac 1974 unveils a powerful and expressive nose, magnificently marked by aromas of spice butter and dried fruits. On the palate, it offers a remarkable balance: the tannins are rich but civilized, and the texture is elegant. A beautiful freshness is expressed despite its age. The finish is harmonious and persistent, leaving a refined imprint, typical of the great Armagnacs of Ténarèze.
Region
Nouvelle Aquitaine
Gascony, a historic territory in southwestern France spanning the Gers, Landes and Lot-et-Garonne, is the birthplace of Armagnac, France's oldest eau-de-vie. This exceptional spirit, crafted since the 14th century, embodies the soul and tradition of this region with its strong character.
Armagnac is divided into three distinct appellations: Bas-Armagnac, the noblest cru with sandy-clay soils (sables fauves) that impart finesse and elegance; Ténarèze, whose clay-limestone soils produce powerful and structured armagnacs; and Haut-Armagnac, with harder clay-limestone soils. These terroirs rest on the Lannemezan alluvial fan, formed from Pyrenean erosion, creating ideal conditions for exceptional eaux-de-vie.
Traditionally distilled in a continuous still at low proof and aged in Gascon or Limousin oak barrels, Armagnac develops a harmonious aromatic palette: plum, prune, candied fruits, walnuts, vanilla, honey, spices, tobacco and noble rancio. Gascony perpetuates an ancestral savoir-faire producing expressive, elegant armagnacs, true witnesses of time and Gascon tradition.
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I was blown away by the freshness for an Armagnac of this age. The spice butter taste is simply incredible. A truly precious bottle.
Armagnac Ténarèze 1974 Baron Gaston Legrand - Vinodelice