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Bas Armagnac 1973 - Wooden Case - Dartigalongue
DartigalongueArmagnac 70 cl 40.0% vol Notes of dried fruit, vanilla, spices
$304.13−13%($434.47/ℓ)
Recommended price: $348.06
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Technical information
- Producer
- Dartigalongue
- Type
- Armagnac
- Country
- Francia
- Format
- 70 cl
- Gradation
- 40.0%
- Aging
- Long, over 40 years
- Aromatic profile
- Notes of dried fruit, vanilla, spices
- Ingredients
- Grape
- Type of cask
- French oak
- Distillation method
- Continuous or batch distillation
- Number of distillations
- 1
- Variety
- Ugni blanc, folle blanche, colombard
- Color
- Dark amber
- Consumption
- At room temperature, for meditation
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The Bas Armagnac 1973 in a wooden case from Dartigalongue Distillery is a rarity of complex intricacy and extraordinary elegance. Considered one of the finest examples of Armagnac, this distillate is produced in the Bas-Armagnac region, renowned for its soil rich in sand and iron, which imparts an unmatched quality to its spirits.
The 1973 harvest was exceptionally favorable, resulting in an Armagnac of great refinement and aromatic intensity. Aged for decades in oak barrels, this spirit has had the time to develop a rich and complex bouquet, with notes of vanilla, caramel, dried plum, and a light trace of sweet spices such as cinnamon. The prolonged maturation also allowed the flavors to blend perfectly, offering a velvety palate and a surprising freshness that balances the intensity of the distillate.
Presented in a beautiful wooden case, which not only protects the bottle but also enhances its aesthetics, making this Bas Armagnac 1973 a perfect gift for connoisseurs or a notable addition to an enthusiast's collection.
The ideal pairing for this Armagnac would be with a well-aged cigar or after a dinner of rich dishes, where it can brilliantly function as a digestif, revealing every facet of its complex and rich character with each sip. The recommended serving temperature is slightly below room temperature, to allow the full unfolding of its aromas.
The 1973 harvest was exceptionally favorable, resulting in an Armagnac of great refinement and aromatic intensity. Aged for decades in oak barrels, this spirit has had the time to develop a rich and complex bouquet, with notes of vanilla, caramel, dried plum, and a light trace of sweet spices such as cinnamon. The prolonged maturation also allowed the flavors to blend perfectly, offering a velvety palate and a surprising freshness that balances the intensity of the distillate.
Presented in a beautiful wooden case, which not only protects the bottle but also enhances its aesthetics, making this Bas Armagnac 1973 a perfect gift for connoisseurs or a notable addition to an enthusiast's collection.
The ideal pairing for this Armagnac would be with a well-aged cigar or after a dinner of rich dishes, where it can brilliantly function as a digestif, revealing every facet of its complex and rich character with each sip. The recommended serving temperature is slightly below room temperature, to allow the full unfolding of its aromas.
House
Dartigalongue
GersFranceSince 1838
Family Armagnac house founded in Nogaro (Gers) in 1838; produces blends and vintages of Bas‑Armagnac with a large collection of vintages and single‑cask selections.
- Family house active since 1838
- Headquartered in Nogaro, in the Bas‑Armagnac
- Collection of historic vintages (the house cites the oldest year as 1848)
- Extensive range: blends (VSOP, XO, Héritage, Prestige), Renouveau for bartenders, single cask and vintages
- Distribution: sold in over 300 shops in France and exported to more than 20 countries
Specialities
- armagnac
- House of Armagnac
- aged armagnac
- vintage armagnac
- single cask
- armagnac for cocktails
The story
The Dartigalongue family has been active in Armagnac since the 19th century: Pascal Dartigalongue settled in Nogaro in 1838 and began selling eau‑de‑vie in casks, soon exporting. Management has remained in the family for generations; the house preserves a vintage collection dating back to 1848. During the 20th century the house expanded international sales and developed both blend ranges and the sale of vintages and single casks.
Distillation
Continuous distillation in a column still at low strength; for some ranges the use of traditional artisanal Armagnac pot stills is mentioned.
Ageing
Ageing in Gascon oak barrels (about 400 L); after 40–50 years the best vintages may be transferred to glass demijohns to preserve their character; numbered single cask and limited editions exist.
Raw materials
- Baco 22A
- Ugni Blanc
- Folle Blanche
- Gascon oak (for barrels)
Representative products
- VSOP (blend)
- Réserve (blend)
- XO Signature (blend)
- Héritage (min. 20 years)
- Prestige (min. 30 years)
- Renouveau range (Un‑Oaked, Single‑Oaked, Double‑Oaked)
- Collection of vintages (e.g. available years: 1962, 1964, 1965, 1967, 1970, 1972, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1993)