{"product_id":"bas-armagnac-castarede-1989-50-cl","title":"Bas Armagnac Castarede 1989 50 cl","description":"\u003cp\u003e Bas Armagnac from the Castarède district\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Armagnac is often preferred over cognac 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 variants such as VS, VSOP, XO and Hors d'Age. In particularly good years, Armagnac Vintage is also 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 grape varieties such as Folle Blanche, Colombard, Ugni Blanc and soon also Baco. Castarède also buys grapes and wines, which are aged in their own cellars. They are known for their vintage Armagnacs, the oldest vintage dating back to 1893. Castarède Armagnac is famous for its rounded style, as the spirits are matured for a very long time in wooden barrels. For example, XO or Hors d'Age are matured for 20 years instead of the legally required 10 years. Each bottle of Armagnac Vintage has a back label confirming the vintage and bottling date. Several of Castarède's products have achieved high scores in international competitions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBas Armagnac Castarède 1989 – France\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bas-Armagnac, Gascony\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maison Castarède \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol percentage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically 40% vol.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eGrape varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primarily \u003cstrong\u003eBaco 22A\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eUgni Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e , with possible touches of \u003cstrong\u003eFolle Blanche\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eColombard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Bas Armagnac Castarède 1989 is a vintage Armagnac that has matured for over three decades in \u003cstrong\u003eFrench oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e . The 1989 vintage has developed a \u003cstrong\u003emature and rounded character\u003c\/strong\u003e , where the natural character of the barrel merges with fruit and spice in a harmonious balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e A complex nose with aromas of \u003cstrong\u003eroasted nuts, leather, dried fruit, cedar and vanilla\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elegant and rounded with notes of \u003cstrong\u003eburnt caramel, prunes, tobacco and a touch of orange peel\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAftertaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warm with fine tannins from the barrel and a slightly spicy dryness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eStyle and character:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eTypical of Bas-Armagnac: a \u003cstrong\u003edry, deep and characterful brandy\u003c\/strong\u003e , different from cognac in its more rustic and complex style. Perfect for connoisseurs and connoisseurs who appreciate history and authenticity in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eServing suggestions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Serve at room temperature in a tulip-shaped glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Ideal as an avec, for good conversations, or as an accompaniment to, for example \u003cstrong\u003e, a mature cheese or a lightly sweet dessert\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e A perfect gift for someone born in 1989.\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 – a cross between Folle Blanche and Noah. Provides 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":51528422687066,"sku":"MS-0914-BAS-BAS A","price":95.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0816\/5435\/0170\/files\/bas-armagnac-castarede-1989-50-cl-953330.jpg?v=1750845895","url":"https:\/\/dh-wines.com\/products\/bas-armagnac-castarede-1989-50-cl","provider":"DH Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}