Armagnac Tenareze Baron Gaston Legrand 1978
DESCRIPTION
The Story
From the Lannepax terroir, the historical cradle of Armagnac, the Baron Gaston Legrand 1978 vintage embodies the timeless nobility of the Ténarèze region. Patiently aged in oak barrels, this Cask Strength (Brut de Fût) testifies to the ancestral expertise of the house founded over a century ago, now under the aegis of Maison Cognac Lhéraud.
The Vinification
Distilled according to traditional methods, this Armagnac has aged for over forty years in oak barrels. The Ténarèze terroir, known for its clay-limestone soils, guarantees a structured eau-de-vie with a great capacity for evolution. This long Cask Strength (Brut de Fût) aging allowed for the preservation of the vintage's powerful expression while developing a complex aromatic elegance.
The Tasting
The Ténarèze Armagnac 1978 Brut de Fût reveals remarkable richness and depth. The nose is powerful and expressive, dominated by intense aromas of spice butter and dried fruits. On the palate, the attack is direct and balanced, supported by rich tannins and a beautiful freshness. Subtle and elegant, this eau-de-vie offers a harmonious and persistent finish on delicate spicy notes.
Region
Nouvelle Aquitaine
Nouvelle-Aquitaine is France's largest wine-growing region, stretching from Poitiers to Pau, via emblematic territories such as Bordeaux, Cognac, Agen and Bergerac. It is home to an exceptional diversity of terroirs, supported by centuries of winemaking and distilling expertise, making it the cradle of some of the world's most renowned spirits.
To the north, in the Charente and Charente-Maritime regions, we produce the famous Cognac, made from the double distillation of white wines, and Pineau des Charentes, a liqueur wine combining grape must and young Cognac, appreciated for its freshness and roundness.
Further south, in the Gers, Landes and Lot-et-Garonne regions, we produce Armagnac, France's oldest brandy. Traditionally distilled in continuous stills, it is produced in three zones: Haut-Armagnac, Ténarèze and Bas-Armagnac. These three terroirs lie on the alluvial cone of Lannemezan, an ancient soil of sand, clay and pebbles eroded from the Pyrenees. They give rise to expressive, elegant and nuanced eaux-de-vie, with aromas of ripe fruit, sweet spices and dried fruit, revealed through barrel ageing.
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An incredibly deep vintage. The spice notes are clearly present, and the Cask Strength (Brut de Fût) aspect brings real power. A delight to share.
Armagnac Ténarèze 1978 Baron Gaston Legrand - Vinodelice