Vieil Armagnac Baron Gaston Legrand 1934
DESCRIPTION
The Story
Founded over a century ago in Lannepax, in the heart of Bas-Armagnac, Maison Baron Gaston Legrand embodies the noblest soul of Gascony. This 1934 vintage, hand-distilled and aged for nearly a century in oak barrels, bears witness to an unaltered expertise. Since 1998, the Lhéraud family has perpetuated this rare heritage, safeguarding a collection of historic vintages that make every bottle a true piece of history.
The Vinification
Carefully distilled according to the traditional low-proof method, this Vieil Armagnac has been aged in carefully selected Gascon oak barrels. The porosity of the wood allows for slow micro-oxygenation, which favors the softening of tannins and the harmonization of aromas. The prolonged aging gives the eau-de-vie exceptional depth and unique aromatic complexity, where woody, spicy, and slightly vanilla notes mingle. Each barrel contributes to the structure and balance of the vintage, guaranteeing perfect maturity and subtle elegance.
The Tasting
This 1934 vintage reveals a deep brown on the nose, rich in delicate aromas of cocoa, hazelnut, and leather, subtly evoking the terroir and history of Novempopulania and its capital Eauze. On the palate, the eau-de-vie is soft, ample/full, and persistent, offering a perfect balance between power and finesse. The flavors evolve toward subtle notes of candied fruits and spices, while the finish prolongs with elegance, testifying to the refinement and authenticity of Bas-Armagnac. Every tasting is a true journey through time, revealing the deep soul of this exceptional vintage.
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 powerful yet soft 1934, of exceptional maturity. The nose is delicate with cocoa, hazelnut, and leather. On the palate, it is ample/full and persistent, with a perfect balance between finesse and power. Long, elegant finish, full of authenticity.
Vieil Armagnac Baron Gaston Legrand 1934, rare and powerful - Vinodelice