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Château de Laubade - Collection Armagnac
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Tasting notes
The nose is elegant, aromatic, powerful and offers a beautiful finesse of the grain as well as intensity. It reveals notes of caramelization, sanguine orange, dry orange zests, small notes of dry kumquat associated with fine touches of dry green apple, flowers as well as very fine hints of white pepper, Cuban pepper, and a discreet hint of dry oak. The palate is fruity, elegant, well-balanced and offers a beautiful fat, roundness (full of controlled), precision, gourmandize, a fine straightness, a fine freshness as well as a small aerial side. On the palate this Armagnac expresses notes of caramelization, toasted, candied orange, small notes of crushed pear associated with small touches of crushed white fruits, lychee as well as fine hints of vanilla, toasted, grey pepper, dry white flowers, and a very discreet hint of toasted oak. Good length. Sapidity on the finish. A very discreet hint of grilled hazelnut on the persistence.
More information
Provenance
- Type
- Armagnac
- Producer
- Château de Laubade
- Country
- France
- Style
- Aged
Technical
- Vintage
- 1992
- Grapes
- ABV
- 40%
- Size
- 70cl
- Ageing
- Serving
- 18° - 20° c
- Drinking window
Key characteristics
About this armagnac
Château de Laubade - Collection Armagnac is a premium quality spirit that is sure to delight the senses of any discerning drinker. This exquisite Armagnac is produced by the renowned Château de Laubade, a family-owned estate that has been producing fine spirits for over 200 years.
The taste profile of this Armagnac is truly exceptional, with a rich and complex flavour that is sure to impress even the most experienced of connoisseurs. The nose is full of aromas of dried fruits, vanilla, and oak, while the palate is rich and full-bodied, with notes of caramel, honey, and spice. The finish is long and smooth, with a subtle hint of oak that lingers on the tongue.
The history of Château de Laubade is a fascinating one, with the estate having been in the same family for over 150 years. The current owner, Denis Lesgourgues, is the fourth generation of his family to run the estate, and he is committed to producing the finest quality spirits using traditional methods and techniques.
The estate is located in the heart of the Bas Armagnac region, which is renowned for producing some of the finest Armagnacs in the world. The grapes used to produce this Armagnac are grown on the estate's own vineyards, which are carefully tended to by the skilled team of viticulturists.
Château de Laubade - Collection Armagnac is best enjoyed in a traditional Armagnac glass, which allows the aromas and flavours to fully develop. It is perfect for sipping after a meal, or for enjoying with a good cigar. Alternatively, it can be used to create a range of delicious cocktails, adding a touch of sophistication and elegance to any occasion.
In conclusion, Château de Laubade - Collection Armagnac is a truly exceptional spirit that is sure to impress even the most discerning of drinkers. With its rich and complex flavour profile, fascinating history, and traditional production methods, it is a true masterpiece of the distiller's art. Whether enjoyed on its own or used to create delicious cocktails, this Armagnac is sure to be a favourite among those who appreciate the finer things in life.
The Laubade Legacy
The Laubade Legacy is a stirred cocktail made with 1979 - Château de Laubade - Collection Armagnac, served in a crystal coupe glass.
- Method
- Stirred
- Glass
- Crystal coupe glass
- Ice
- Cubes
- Garnish
- Candied walnut half placed on the rim and a thin lemon twist draped over the edge of the glass
Ingredients
- 45 ml 1931 Château de Laubade Armagnac
- 20 ml aged cognac
- 15 ml dry vermouth
- 10 ml crème de cacao blanc
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 dash orange bitters
- 5 ml rich simple syrup
- Ice for stirring
Method
- Fill a mixing glass with ice
- Add the Armagnac, cognac, dry vermouth, crème de cacao blanc, and rich simple syrup
- Add both bitters
- Stir continuously for 45 seconds until properly chilled and diluted
- Strain into the prepared glass using a fine strainer
Serve
Coupe glass chilled to 4°C, garnished with a single large hand-carved ice sphere containing a suspended gold leaf, twisted orange peel expressed over the surface and draped over the rim, served with a separate small glass of still water as a palate cleanser
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Château de Laubade is a Bas-Armagnac producer based in Gascony, southwestern France. The estate specializes in armagnac, the region's traditional brandy produced through distillation of wine and aged in oak. The producer…
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