Vieil Armagnac Baron Gaston Legrand 1945
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 1945 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
This exceptional vintage is made from the Ugni Blanc, Folle Blanche, and Baco Blanc grape varieties, distilled only once in a traditional still. The prolonged aging in Limousin and Monlezun oak barrels allows for slow and controlled micro-oxygenation, providing the spirit with a refined structure and a highly complex aromatic profile. The wood gradually releases vanilla and woody notes that harmonize seamlessly with the fruity and floral aromas of the distillate.
The Tasting
On the nose, the Vieil Armagnac 1945 is captivating with its delicate notes of prune, white flowers, and vanilla, accompanied by subtle touches of spices and caramel. On the palate, it stands out with a round and velvety texture, exceptional length, and a perfect harmony between sweetness and aromatic complexity. This rare vintage embodies the refinement and tradition of Bas-Armagnac, offering a memorable tasting experience for connoisseurs and collectors.
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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This 1945 is a memorable vintage of refined complexity. The nose is captivating with delicate notes of prune, white flowers, and vanilla. The palate is round and velvety, with exceptional length. Harmonious finish, combining sweetness and aromatic richness.
Vieil Armagnac Baron Gaston Legrand 1945, Exceptional Bas-Armagnac Vintage - Vinodelice