Distiller Notes
The VSOP is bright and vibrant, composed of Colombard, Folle Blanche and Ugni Blanc. This blend, not too much marked by the presence of wood tannins, reveals mainly primary aromas such as prunes, candied orange peel and quince. This blend is still fairly “brut”, nervous but suave and delicate.
Professional Ratings
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Wine Enthusiast
Light and elegant, the mellow aroma hints at vanilla, oak and orange peel. The palate is relatively dry, with oak leading the way. Subtle shadings of vanilla and brown butter chime in, plus hints of orange peel and cinnamon bark on the feather-light finish. Sip or mix.
Cardinal Vital Du Four claimed that it “cures gout and cankers, heals wounds of the skin … renders men joyous, preserves youth and retards senility.”
Armagnac is produced in the Gascony region of Southwest France and is among the earliest of spirits produced, prescribed over the last 700 years for a myriad of therapeutic benefits. Owing to its ancient heritage, the production method is much simpler than that of its cousin, Cognac, with just a single distillation through a column still prior to barrel aging. This yields a spirit that is generally more flavorful and fragrant than other Brandies.