Laballe Bas Armagnac 1989 / Bot.2023
- Distillery
- Laballe
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £146
- Tasting notes
- Sandy, Old Wood, Honey, Dried Fruit
- Description
- This vintage Armagnac from Château de Laballe, distilled in 1989 and bottled in 2023, captures Bas Armagnac's unique sandy terroir and wood-fired distillation tradition. Aged in Landes oak and matured for 34 years, it achieves the finesse and roundness characteristic of the region. At 46.6%, it suits contemplative sipping, revealing how decades in the right barrel transform brandy into something profound and complex.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Laballe Bas Armagnac 1989 / Bot.2023 is a from Laballe (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect vibrant and fruity, sweet and oaky character — sandy, old wood, honey, dried fruit. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
This vintage Armagnac from Château de Laballe, distilled in 1989 and bottled in 2023, captures Bas Armagnac's unique sandy terroir and wood-fired distillation tradition. Aged in Landes oak and matured for 34 years, it achieves the finesse and roundness characteristic of the region. At 46.6%, it suits contemplative sipping, revealing how decades in the right barrel transform brandy into something profound and complex.
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