Bas Armagnac 1976 70 Cl Cofanetto Legno - Samalens

Samalens

Armagnac · 70 cl · 42.0% vol · Notes of dried fruit, vanilla, spices

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Technical information
Producer Samalens
Type Armagnac
Aromatic profile Notes of dried fruit, vanilla, spices
Ingredients Grape
Format 70 cl
Gradation 42.0%
Type of cask French oak
Aging Long, over 40 years
Distillation method Continuous or batch distillation
Number of distillations 1
Variety Ugni blanc, colombard, folle blanche
Color Dark amber
Consumption At room temperature, for meditation
Elegant Bas Armagnac 1976 signed by Samalens, a bottle that carries the concentration and calm of long years in wood. On the nose it opens with ripe dried fruit and plum, followed by light hints of figs and candied orange peel; then sweet tobacco and a hint of leather emerge, giving depth without weighing it down. The wood is present with nobility, offering vanilla and sweet spices that integrate into the body of the spirit, while the whole remains balanced and refined.

On the palate the sip is enveloping and warm but well balanced, with polished tannins and a persistence that returns to the fruity and spicy notes. Presented in a wooden case, it is intended both as a collector's item and for a meditative after-dinner moment; it is best enjoyed in a large glass, in small sips, and pairs excellently with dark chocolate or aged cheeses. An Armagnac with character, suited to those seeking depth and finesse without frills.
House

Samalens

House

Discover 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.
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Country France
Region Occitanie
Founded 1882

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.

Raw materials

Ugni Blanc Folle Blanche Colombard

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)

Official Awards

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