{"product_id":"bas-armagnac-castarede-1988-50-cl","title":"Bas Armagnac Castarede 1988 50 cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eBas Armagnac, Castarède District\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Armagnac, often preferred over Cognac, is famous for its full-bodied and smooth taste. This French brandy, which has its roots in the 15th century in Gascony, benefits from the region's unique soil and climate. The grapes ripen slowly, resulting in a more delicate aroma and finesse. Armagnac is aged in oak barrels and glass containers, and after several years of maturation, it is blended into varieties such as VS, VSOP, XO and Hors d'Age. In particularly good years, Armagnac Vintage is produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eCastarède, established in 1832, is the oldest trading house in Armagnac. The Castarède family has run the business for six generations, and today Florence Castarède is at the helm. The company owns 16 hectares of vineyards in Bas Armagnac with the grape varieties Folle Blanche, Colombard, Ugni Blanc and soon also Baco. Castarède also buys grapes and wines, which are aged in their cellars. Their specialty is vintage Armagnacs, the oldest vintage dating back to 1893. Castarède Armagnac is known for its rounded style, as the spirits are matured for a very long time in wooden barrels. For example, XO or Hors d'Age mature for 20 years instead of the legally required 10 years. Each bottle of Armagnac Vintage has a back label that guarantees the vintage and bottling date. Several of Castarède's products have achieved high scores in international assessments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBas Armagnac Castarède 1988 – France\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bas-Armagnac, Gascony, France \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maison Castarède (established in 1832 – the oldest Armagnac)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol percentage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically 40% vol.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eGrape varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primarily \u003cstrong\u003eUgni Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e and\/or \u003cstrong\u003eBaco 22A\u003c\/strong\u003e , possibly with smaller amounts \u003cstrong\u003eof Folle Blanche\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eColombard\u003c\/strong\u003e (unless otherwise stated on the bottle)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Bas Armagnac Castarède 1988 is a \u003cstrong\u003evintage Armagnac\u003c\/strong\u003e with over 30 years of aging in \u003cstrong\u003eFrench oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e . The long maturation gives it a \u003cstrong\u003evelvety, ripe and complex character\u003c\/strong\u003e , typical of well-developed Bas-Armagnac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elegant and aromatic nose with notes of \u003cstrong\u003eprunes, dried apricots, walnuts, cedar and vanilla\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and deep with distinct hints of \u003cstrong\u003eripe fruit, dark caramel, tobacco, light rancio and discreet oak\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAftertaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, balanced and dry – with notes of \u003cstrong\u003espices, nuts and old wooden barrel elegance\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eStyle and expression:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e A \u003cstrong\u003eclassic, dry and aristocratic Armagnac\u003c\/strong\u003e with complexity from age and elegance from the terroir of Bas-Armagnac. Less polished than cognac, but more rustic and full of character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eServing suggestions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Enjoy neat at room temperature in a tulip-shaped glass.\u003cbr\u003e Suitable as an end to a dinner – or for quiet reflection in good company.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTypical grape varieties in Bas Armagnac:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eUgni Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e – the most commonly used grape. Provides acidity and structure, suitable for long aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBaco 22A\u003c\/strong\u003e – cross between Folle Blanche and Noah. Gives fatness, depth and fullness. Very common in Bas-Armagnac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFolle Blanche\u003c\/strong\u003e – the original grape of the region. Provides elegance and florality, but is delicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColombard\u003c\/strong\u003e – used to a lesser extent. Contributes spicy and fruity nuances.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bas Armagnac Castarede","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51528408465754,"sku":"MS-2952-BAS-BAS A","price":102.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0816\/5435\/0170\/files\/bas-armagnac-castarede-1988-50-cl-540398.jpg?v=1750845896","url":"https:\/\/dh-wines.com\/products\/bas-armagnac-castarede-1988-50-cl","provider":"DH Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}