Bas Armagnac Baron Gaston Legrand 2002
Price: 105,00€
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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 2002 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
This Bas Armagnac 2002 is distilled at low proof from dry white wines made from the Ugni Blanc, Baco, Folle Blanche, and Colombard grape varieties. Aged slowly in Gascon oak barrels, it benefits from subtle oxygenation that polishes the tannins and rounds out the texture. The prolonged contact with the wood imparts nuances of vanilla, spices, and dried fruits, while preserving the natural vivacity of the distillate. This long and controlled aging allows for a harmonious, balanced eau-de-vie with beautiful aromatic depth.
The Tasting
Visually, the 2002 presents a vibrant amber color with coppery reflections. The nose opens with generous aromas of prune, walnut, and fern, supported by a vanilla touch. On the palate, the attack is supple, then the palate unfolds with spicy and woody notes, offering a beautiful warmth and a persistent, sweet, and slightly smoky finish. This is an Armagnac to be savored slowly, ideal for accompanying a quiet moment or concluding a meal with elegance.
Price: 105,00€
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 2002 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
This Bas Armagnac 2002 is distilled at low proof from dry white wines made from the Ugni Blanc, Baco, Folle Blanche, and Colombard grape varieties. Aged slowly in Gascon oak barrels, it benefits from subtle oxygenation that polishes the tannins and rounds out the texture. The prolonged contact with the wood imparts nuances of vanilla, spices, and dried fruits, while preserving the natural vivacity of the distillate. This long and controlled aging allows for a harmonious, balanced eau-de-vie with beautiful aromatic depth.
The Tasting
Visually, the 2002 presents a vibrant amber color with coppery reflections. The nose opens with generous aromas of prune, walnut, and fern, supported by a vanilla touch. On the palate, the attack is supple, then the palate unfolds with spicy and woody notes, offering a beautiful warmth and a persistent, sweet, and slightly smoky finish. This is an Armagnac to be savored slowly, ideal for accompanying a quiet moment or concluding a meal with elegance.
France
La Gascogne, territoire historique du sud-ouest de la France s'étendant sur le Gers, les Landes et le Lot-et-Garonne, est le berceau de l'Armagnac, la plus ancienne eau-de-vie de France. Ce spiritueux d'exception, élaboré depuis le XIVe siècle, incarne l'âme et la tradition de cette région au caractère affirmé.
L'Armagnac se décline en trois zones d'appellation distinctes : le Bas-Armagnac, reconnu comme le plus noble des crus avec ses sols sablo-argileux (sables fauves) qui confèrent finesse et élégance ; la Ténarèze, dont les sols argilo-calcaires produisent des armagnacs puissants et structurés ; et le Haut-Armagnac, aux sols argilo-calcaires plus durs. Ces trois terroirs reposent sur le cône alluvial de Lannemezan, formé de sables, d'argiles et de galets issus de l'érosion des Pyrénées, créant des conditions idéales pour l'élaboration d'eaux-de-vie d'exception.
Distillé traditionnellement en alambic continu à bas degré et vieilli longuement en fûts de chêne gascon ou du Limousin, l'Armagnac développe une palette aromatique profonde et harmonieuse : prune, pruneau, fruits confits, noix, vanille, miel, épices douces, tabac et rancio noble. Terre de caractère et d'authenticité, la Gascogne perpétue un savoir-faire ancestral produisant des armagnacs expressifs, élégants et nuancés, véritables témoins du temps et de la tradition gasconne.
Jana - Local Nose
Superb balance, nothing harsh on the palate (rien n'accroche): it is round, warm, and full of character. There are persistent notes of dried fruits and vanilla — a real pleasure to sip quietly.