Bas Armagnac Baron Gaston Legrand 2004
DESCRIPTION
The Story
At 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 2004 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 according to the traditional Armagnac method, this 2004 vintage was housed in Gascon oak barrels for long aging. The "sables fauves" (tawny sands) soils of Bas-Armagnac, rich in iron oxides, contribute this characteristic finesse. Slow micro-oxygenation over the years has allowed the tannins to soften while concentrating the aromas and forging its unique character.
The Tasting
The Bas Armagnac Baron Gaston Legrand 2004 offers a frank attack and a remarkable balance. The palate is rich, structured, revealing great subtlety and beautiful freshness. The nose is powerful, marked by intense aromas of spice butter and dried fruits. The finish, of beautiful length, ends with crisp tannins that denote an intense and refined eau-de-vie. Perfect for a memorable birthday gift or for connoisseurs of spirits with character.
Region
Gascogne
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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What character! You can really sense the dried fruits and spices. A powerful but very balanced Armagnac. I loved it.
Bas Armagnac 2004 Baron Gaston Legrand - Vinodelice