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 1998 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 low proof according to the traditional method, this Bas Armagnac 1998 has aged for a long time in Gascon oak barrels. The natural porosity of the wood allows for delicate micro-oxygeneation that softens the tannins and harmonizes the aromas. The sables fauves, sandy-clay soils rich in iron oxides, bring finesse and structure to the eau-de-vie. The slow and controlled aging develops complex notes of dried fruits, quince, vanilla, and spices, offering a subtle balance between power and delicacy.

The Tasting

This Bas Armagnac 1998 is distinguished by its amber color with coppery reflections and its rich bouquet of dried fig, walnut, and vanilla. The palate is warm and balanced, with crisp tannins and persistent aromas of dried fruits and quince. Its long and refined finish reveals a perfect harmony, ideal as a digestif. It pairs equally well with foie gras, smoked salmon, and flambéed meats, as it does with aged cheeses and fruit-based desserts, or even a coffee to conclude the meal with elegance.