Bas Armagnac V.S.O.P. - Invecchiato 5 Anni 70cl - Samalens

Samalens

Format: 70 cl

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53,84 €
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Technical information
Producer Samalens
Type Armagnac
Aromatic profile Fruity, spicy, vanilla, wood
Ingredients Grape
Format 70 cl
Gradation 40.0%
Country Francia
Type of cask French oak
Aging 5 years
Distillation method Continuous or traditional batch distillation
Number of distillations 1
Variety Ugni blanc, folle blanche, colombard
Color Amber
Consumption At room temperature, alone or with dessert
The Bas Armagnac V.S.O.P. from Samalens stands out for its refined elegance and its aromatic complexity, the result of a minimum aging of 5 years in oak barrels. This spirit is produced in the Armagnac region, in the southwest of France, an area renowned for the production of some of the finest wine spirits.

The Samalens distillery, with a history dating back to 1882, is famous for its traditional continuous distillation method, which imparts exceptional quality to the final product. This method, combined with the selection of the finest wines and careful selection of barrels, allows for the production of an Armagnac of exceptional finesse.

The Bas Armagnac V.S.O.P. features a bright amber color, with golden reflections that testify to its maturation period in wood. On the nose, it opens with intense aromas of ripe fruit, vanilla, and light notes of cocoa, followed by nuances of sweet spices and a delicate hint of toasted wood.

On the palate, it is velvety and rich, with a perfect balance between the sweetness of ripe fruit and the robustness of the spices. The aromatic persistence is remarkable, leaving a pleasantly warm and spicy aftertaste.

This Armagnac V.S.O.P. is ideal to be enjoyed neat at the end of a meal, possibly accompanied by dark chocolate or a quality cigar, to best enhance its rich aromatic nuances. It is also perfect as a gift for enthusiasts of high-end spirits.
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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