Cognac Lheraud Fins Bois 1979
DESCRIPTION
The Story
Since 1810, Maison Lhéraud has crafted vintage cognacs of rare finesse, faithful to the Charentais tradition. Established in Angeac, in the heart of the Fins Bois, it perpetuates ancestral expertise passed down from generation to generation. This 1979 vintage, sourced from the Fins Bois cru, testifies to a masterful balance between aromatic richness and elegance, the fruit of half a century of patience and mastery.
The Vinification
Distilled in 1979, this Fins Bois Cognac has benefited from prolonged aging in Limousin oak barrels, with no additives or reduction. The varied terroir of the Fins Bois, with its clay-limestone soils and temperate climate, confers a natural roundness and a rich aromatic complexity on the eau-de-vie (spirit). The interaction of the wood and the cognac has developed notes of stewed fruits, chocolate, and white pepper, in a harmonious and silky texture.
The Tasting
On the nose, the bouquet opens with stewed fruits and chocolate notes enhanced by white pepper. On the palate, the cognac proves to be balanced, powerful, and of great finesse, with a long and warm finish that leaves a persistent and harmonious impression. The 1979 vintage perfectly embodies the refined style and expressiveness of Lhéraud spirits.
Region
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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A powerful and refined 1979 vintage. The bouquet is very expressive, marked by stewed fruits and chocolate, enhanced by white pepper. On the palate, it is harmonious and silky. Very long and warm finish.
Cognac Lhéraud Fins Bois 1979, Exceptional Vintage - Vinodelice