Armagnac - Wikipedia
WEBArmagnac (/ ˈ ɑːr m ə n j æ k /, French:) is a distinctive kind of brandy produced in the Armagnac region in Gascony, southwest France. It is distilled from wine usually made from a blend of grapes including Baco 22A , Colombard , Folle blanche and Ugni blanc , traditionally using column stills rather than the pot stills used in the ...
What Is Armagnac? How To Drink It & Armagnac Vs Cognac
WEBArmagnac is a type of brandy or eau-de-vie that is named after the old Armagnac region of Gascony in south-western France. Today, Armagnac is produced across parts of the modern-day departments of Gers, Landes, and Lot-et-Garonne.
5 Armagnacs You Should Be Drinking Right Now - Liquor.com
WEBSep 17, 2020 · 1. Budget: Marie Duffau Napoléon ($35) Liquor.com / Laura Sant. Clocking in around $35 on average, this Armagnac is created using only grapes grown without pesticides or fertilizers, leading to a flavor profile that is richly autumnal. Dried fruit and wisps of vanilla dominate the palate.
Classically Aged: Eight of Our Favorite Armagnacs to Try Now
WEBNov 10, 2021 · By Kara Newman. Getty. Armagnac, the grape-based brandy from France’s Gascony region, is a delightful spirit well worth a pour. Although almost every discussion of the category begins by referencing Cognac—the other, more famous French brandy —Armagnac has no problem holding its own.
Discover Armagnac: France's First Brandy | Bonjour Drinks
WEBExplore the rich history, unique production process, and exquisite taste of Armagnac, France's first brandy, from the Gascony region. Find your perfect Armagnac at BonjourDrinks, where we celebrate the craft of small independent producers.
The Case for Armagnac - Liquor.com
WEBDec 13, 2020 · Of the 10 grape varieties allowed for use in Armagnac, four dominate: ugni blanc, baco blanc, folle blanche and colombard. An ancient fifth, plant de grasse, is making a comeback as a few producers experiment with it. “The most commonly planted is ugni, at around 55%. The second is baco at 35%, then folle and colombard,” says May Matta ...
Guide to Armagnac | LoveToKnow
WEBArmagnac is a small-batch brandy that hails from the Armagnac region of Gascony, France. It is similar to the more well-known French brandy, Cognac, but the Armagnac region produces smaller amounts and uses a slightly different distillation process and more types of grapes in their blends than Cognac. The result is a smooth, complex, flavorful ...
The Sommelier: The Armagnac Primer - New York Magazine
WEBArmagnac (like cognac) is distilled from white wine grapes, namely the Folle Blanche, Ugni Blanc and Colombard varieties. After distillation, it's aged in casks made primarily from local Monlezun ...
SPIRITS OF THE TIMES; Armagnac, Cognac's Country Cousin
WEBBy Eric Asimov. Feb. 18, 2004. IT is Armagnac's fate, and maybe its fortune, always to be overshadowed by Cognac. While Armagnac producers have plodded away in rustic Gascony south of...
In a Glass, A Swashbuckler Called Armagnac - The New York Times
WEBSep 18, 2002 · As a result, Armagnac is racier, rounder and fruitier than its cousin from the north, with an earthier, markedly more pungent aroma. Much of the best of it is sold unblended -- the product of a ...
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