Raw materials
Ugni Blanc
Folle Blanche
Colombard
House
Samalens
Explore the spirits, production style and story of Samalens.
Maison Samalens is a historic Armagnac house from Bas-Armagnac (Laujuzan, Gers) active since 1882. It distills, blends and ages eaux-de-vie in historic facilities and offers a range from vintages to blended and flavored expressions.
armagnac
armagnac millésimé
aged armagnac
Armagnac-based flavored liqueurs
Gascon whisky
Producer range
Producer range Samalens
Spirit categories
armagnac
armagnac millésimé
aged armagnac
Armagnac-based flavored liqueurs
Gascon whisky
Representative products
Bas Armagnac 1946 70 Cl Cofanetto Legno - Samalens
Bas Armagnac 1967 - Millésime - Samalens
Bas Armagnac 1974 - Millésime - Samalens
Bas Armagnac 1976 70 Cl - Samalens
Bas Armagnac 1986 70 Cl - Samalens
VSOP, XO and Vieille Relique (house expressions)
Casks and ageing vessels
Pièces of French oak (~420 L, Gascon oak)
New casks (first aging phase)
'Roux' casks (finishing phase)
Distillation and production
Distillation and production
Production method
Production based on traditional Armagnac distillation with armagnacais stills; the company also operates charentais stills. Cutting decisions are determined through continuous tastings by the master distiller. The eaux-de-vie are then aged in selected French oak pièces, following a path that uses new casks followed by 'roux' casks before final blending.
Distillation
Traditional Armagnac distillation on armagnacais stills (heads/heart/tails cuts determined through tastings by the cellar master); the facility also has charentais stills.
Ageing
Aging in French oak pièces (approximately 420 L) with selection of fine-grain wood and light toasting; maturation path includes new casks followed by 'roux' casks prior to final assemblages.
Producer history Samalens
Maison Samalens was founded in 1882 and from the outset has been dedicated to distillation, blending and aging of eaux-de-vie in the heart of Bas-Armagnac. Over time it has kept a strong link to traditional practices (historic cellars, century-old stills) and today is part of the Mandracore group, which brings together several French wine and spirits brands.
Production philosophy
Combine tradition and innovation: highlight the power and aging potential of Armagnac while preserving its aromatic identity, and at the same time experiment with new tasting experiences and more contemporary formats.
Territory
Laujuzan, Bas-Armagnac, department of Gers, southwest France (historic region of Gascony).
Samalens
This producer is a useful reference point for enthusiasts looking for authentic spirits, distinctive production identity and a carefully selected online catalogue.
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Products from
Products from Samalens
Bas Armagnac 1946 70 Cl Cofanetto Legno - Samalens
CHF 1,988.01
CHF 1,592.67
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Bas Armagnac 1976 70 Cl Cofanetto Legno - Samalens
CHF 269.26
CHF 234.90
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Bas Armagnac 1986 70 Cl Cofanetto Legno - Samalens
CHF 195.37
CHF 177.40
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Bas Armagnac 1985 70 Cl Cofanetto Legno - Samalens
CHF 218.49
CHF 177.40
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