Armagnac

Style
Armagnac is distilled from white wine grapes including Folle Blanche, Ugni Blanche, Noah, Bacco and Colombard and aged in oak casks for up to 20 years. The ageing process helps to soften the spirit and infuse it with flavours of vanilla, toffee and spice. Most Armagnac’s are a blend of vintages. The length of time that the spirit has been aged will be evident on the label. VS are aged for a minimum of 2 years; VSOP and Reserve labels are aged for a minimum of 5 years; XO and Napoleon for a minimum of 6 years and Hors d’Age for 10 years or more.

What to expect
Armagnac’s are bold, complex spirits that are best enjoyed neat. Expect powerful floral notes and intense dried fruit flavours.

Did you know?
Armagnac is the oldest type of brandy in France and has been produced there since the 1400s. Cognac production only started around 200 years later.