Bas Armagnac Baron Gaston Legrand 1967
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The Story
In the heart of Bas-Armagnac, Maison Baron Gaston Legrand, founded in Lannepax over a century ago, perpetuates the art of vintage eaux-de-vie. This 1967 vintage perfectly embodies the elegance of the Gascon terroir: a spirit patiently aged in oak barrels for several decades, where time has chiseled every nuance. Today, the Lhéraud family watches over this living heritage, a symbol of rare and timeless expertise.
The Vinification
Distilled at a low proof according to the traditional method, this Bas Armagnac has aged extensively in oak barrels, allowing for natural micro-oxygenation and complex aromatic development. The sandy-clay soils known as « sables fauves » (tawny sands) impart finesse and balance to the eau-de-vie, which is distinguished by its power and subtlety.
The Tasting
The Bas Armagnac Baron Gaston Legrand 1967 is captivating with its warm nose of spice butter, dried fruits, and vanilla, enhanced by touches of fern. On the palate, the eau-de-vie is round, generous, and perfectly balanced between power and finesse. The finish, long and elegant, prolongs the woody and fruity aromas, making this vintage a great Armagnac to savor or keep.
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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A warm and elegant 1967, combining power and finesse. The nose is spicy with spice butter, dried fruits, and vanilla. The palate is round and generous, perfectly balanced. Long and elegant finish, prolonging the fruity and woody aromas.
Bas Armagnac 1967 Baron Gaston Legrand - Vinodelice