Bas Armagnac Castarede 1960 Vintage 50 cl

Bas Armagnac Castarède 1960 Vintage is a true jewel from one of France's most traditional distilleries. The Castarède house, founded in 1832 , is the oldest Armagnac house in the world and has been synonymous with quality, finesse and authenticity for generations. This 1960 vintage Armagnac is a magnificent example of how time and patience can create a spirit of truly unique character.

The distillate comes from Bas Armagnac , the finest and most sought-after of the three sub-regions of the Armagnac region, known for its sandy and clayey soils that yield grapes with particular aromatic finesse. The grapes, typically Ugni Blanc, Folle Blanche and Baco , are slowly distilled in traditional alembics, preserving the complexity and depth. After distillation, the Armagnac is aged in French oak barrels for over six decades in Castarède's historic cellars at Mauléon-d'Armagnac.

In the glass it appears with a deep amber to mahogany color with copper glints. The aroma is intense and refined with notes of dried fruits, prunes, walnut, tobacco, vanilla, old wood and a touch of dark chocolate .

The palate is round, deep and silky , with layers upon layers of caramel, candied fruit, orange peel, spices and cedar . The finish is incredibly long, complex and warm , with a delicate balance between sweetness, tannin and light bitterness from the cask.

Alcohol content: approximately 40%
Serving: Best enjoyed neat at room temperature in a tulip-shaped glass, where the aromas can fully unfold.
Usage: An obvious digestif for special occasions, or as a meditative enjoyment after a good meal – preferably with dark chocolate or a mild cigar .

Bas Armagnac Castarède 1960 Vintage is an exclusive, handmade vintage Armagnac that carries the whisper of history - a rare experience of depth, elegance and time-honored harmony , created for the true connoisseur.