Janneau

Grand Armagnac Janneau Millésimé 1996 - 70cl - Wooden Case

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Format: 70 cl

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Technical information
Producer Janneau
Type Armagnac
Aromatic profile Fruity, spicy, vanilla, wood
Ingredients Grape
Format 70 cl
Gradation 43.0%
Country Francia
Type of cask French oak
Aging Aged since 1996, minimum 20 years
Distillation method Continuous distillation in column still
Number of distillations 1
Variety Ugni blanc, folle blanche, colombard
Color Intense amber
Consumption At room temperature, for meditation
The Grand Armagnac Janneau Millésimé 1996 represents a masterpiece of winemaking produced in the renowned Armagnac region, in the heart of southwestern France. This distilled spirit stands out for its complexity and rich aromatic profile, offering an authentic tasting experience that reflects the age-old traditions of the Janneau house, known for its mastery in the production of Armagnac.

Aged for over two decades, the Grand Armagnac Janneau from 1996 presents with a bright amber color, a sign of long aging in oak barrels that contribute to its uniqueness. On the nose, it unveils a complex bouquet where notes of vanilla, dried fruits like dates and plums, hints of cocoa, and light nuances of spices such as cinnamon and clove intertwine.

On the palate, this Armagnac expresses an impeccable balance between sweetness and intensity. The flavors are rich and enveloping, with a prolonged finish that leaves a lingering memory of roasted aromas and a light touch of oak. Its structure is soft yet complex, with a delicate fusion of alcohol and flavors that make it pleasantly lingering.

Presented in a wooden case, it is not only a prestigious Armagnac for meditation but also an excellent gift for spirit enthusiasts or collectors. Ideally served at room temperature as a digestif, it pairs perfectly with a quality cigar or as the crowning touch to a refined dinner.

The Grand Armagnac Janneau Millésimé 1996 is a historical expression of quality and tradition, a distillate that will surprise and delight the most demanding connoisseurs seeking deep and memorable tasting experiences.

How to serve

Glass:

Bicchiere a Tulipano

Serve to:

20-22°C


When to drink it:

In ogni occasione

Production area

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House

Janneau

House

Discover the spirits, production style and story of Janneau.

Maison Janneau is a historic Armagnac house based in Condom (Gers), known for using and blending two distillation methods (continuous and double) and for aging its eaux-de-vie in French oak casks.
Armagnac Grands Armagnacs Single-distillery Armagnac Armagnac blends (double & continuous distillation)
Country France
Region Occitania (Armagnac, Gers)
Founded 1851

Distillation

Continuous distillation with the alambic armagnacais and double distillation with the alambic charentais; the eaux-de-vie from the two techniques are blended in the Maison's assemblages.

Ageing

Aging in 400-liter French oak casks; a specific aeration process involves emptying and mixing casks from the same lot to homogenize development, with transfers into older casks to balance wood and fruit.

Raw materials

grapes (varieties: Baco, Ugni Blanc, Folle Blanche)

Representative products

Janneau XO Royal 70cl Janneau VSOP 70cl Janneau XXO Janneau 12 anni 70cl Janneau 18 anni 70cl Janneau 25 anni 70cl Grand Armagnac Janneau Millésimé (es. 1964, 1966, 1967) Grand Armagnac Janneau Dragon 1964

Official Awards

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