Bas-Armagnac XO (NV)
Domaine Tariquet Armagnac
Terroir: With concerns about protecting the environment, Domaine Tariquet has been sustainably managing the vineyards for over 20 years. The estate is certified ISO 14001 and HVE (High Environment Value).
Ageing & Blending: At Domaine Tariquet, our Bas-Armagnacs are made exclusively from the grapes harvested from the family estate’s vineyards. The distillation takes place in authentic wood fired armagnac alambic using the traditional continuous distillation process. Our hundred-year-old cellar quietly safeguard our barrels or “pieces”, as they are called.
Each variety and each vintage are distilled and aged separately for the first years. Then, the blending of our “pieces”, a true savoir-faire at the heart of the identity and style of our Bas-Armagnacs, will finish with a long period of ageing and a meticulous selection.
We prefer to use barrels with a light toasting made from the French timber forests surrounding the property (Allier, Nièvre) renowned for their fine grain. The color of our Bas-Armagnacs comes uniquely from the ageing in barrels. The naturally light tint is due to the alchemy between the delicately toasted oak and the eaux-de-vie, thus truly respecting their natural color.
Additional Information
A traditional Bas-Armagnac, elegant and full-bodied. An amber-yellow color with a powerful bouquet dominated by nuts (almonds) and quince jelly, with notes of dried flowers and a hint of coconut which will open up as the brandy breathes. The attack is fleshy with a hint of honey. On the palate, the XO achieves a remarkable balance between fruity and woody notes, with a sustained strength of flavour. Hints of prunes, almonds and rancio build to a finish founded on toasted aromas with a subtle hint of leather.
Serving Suggestions: Elegant yet powerful, the XO is the finest of the estate’s traditional Bas-Armagnacs. A classic blend, made from eaux-de-vie which have been aged for 12 to 15 years. Serve at room temperature after a good meal, or at the end of a long day. Cigar lovers will appreciate the way the XO gracefully complements a fine Havana.
Technical Details
- Sustainability: Sustainable HVE & ISO 14001
- ABV: 40%
- Age: 20 years
- Pack Size: 12/750ml
- Varietals: Ugni Blanc 60%, Baco 40%
