VS

The youngest Armagnac in our collection stands out by simultaneously embodying harmony and youthful impudence. Fresh and vibrant, this VS is a nascent fusion of wood and fruit.

Character

This eau-de-vie finds its voice with elegance thanks to its aromas of apple, apricot, caramel, vanilla, pastries and banane flambée.

Terroir

Bas-Armagnac and Ténarèze.

Terminology and Age

VS (Very Special), the youngest Armagnac in the blend, is classified as Compte 1, meaning it is aged for at least one year – or in this case, about three years on average. 

Tasting Notes

Light amber colour with a hint of copper. Delicate nose. Aromas of apple, apricot, caramel, vanilla, pastries and banane flambée. A very smooth texture coats the mouth. Full-bodied, fresh and fruity with a slight hint of black pepper.

VSOP

An Armagnac that exhibits a lighthearted maturity and a sophisticated fusion of wood and fruit. Rich and dynamic with hints of sweet spices and vanilla, this VSOP combines the freshness of a VS with the piquancy of a XO.

Character

The eau-de-vie and the wood form an expressive blend in which eachhas its place and unfolds in beautiful, youthful harmony. There are aromas of apricot, caramel, vanilla, orange peel, sweet spices like cinnamon and caramelised fruits.

Terroir

Bas-Armagnac and Ténarèze.

Terminology and Age

VSOP (Very Superior Old Pale), the youngest Armagnac in the blend, is no younger than Compte 4, meaning it is aged for at least four years. Ours matures for an average of six.

Tasting Notes

Light amber colour. Delicate, spicy nose. Aromas of apricot, caramel, vanilla, orange peel, sweet spices like cinnamon and caramelised fruits. A very smooth and rich texture coats the mouth. Full-bodied, fresh and fruity with a slight hint of ginger.

XO

Its many different layers are what make this Armagnac unique. In it, the fusion of wood and fruit nearly reaches its culmination. Rich, complex and full-bodied with hints of cocoa, tobacco, leather and plum, this XO embodies what we call savoir-faire.

Character

The eau-de-vie and the wood form an expressive unity. There are aromas of apricot, caramel, vanilla, cocoa, tobacco, leather, plum, roasted walnuts and caramelised fruits.

Terroir

Bas-Armagnac and Ténarèze.

Terminology and Age

XO (Extra Old), the youngest Armagnac in the blend, is no younger than Compte 10, meaning it has been aged for at least 10 years. This is an opulent melange of dozens of different eaux-de-vie – some of them aged for up to 50 years.

Tasting Notes

Amber colour. Delicate and spicy (but also fruity) nose. Aromas of apricot, caramel, vanilla, cocoa, tobacco, leather, plum, roasted walnuts and caramelised fruits.


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