ABV: 40%
Size: 70cl
Description
The Region: The Armagnac region is located 100 miles south of the city of Bordeaux and is divided into three subdistricts: Bas-Armagnac, Ténarèze and Haut-Armagnac. Bas-Armagnac (lower Armagnac, so named for its lower altitude) is close to the Pyrenees Mountains on the Spanish border. Its unique location provides a rich, sunny exposure, temperate climate, and excellent humidity in the spring and early summer. The sandy, acidic soil of Bas-Armagnac makes it the premier area for producing brandy grapes. Iron minerals in the sand give the wine a touch of colour and contribute to its pleasant flavouring.
Grape Varieties: Composed mainly of Ugni Blanc, Lhéraud’s armagnacs are also produced from Folle Blanche that contributes elegance plus floral and fruity notes, as well as Baco Blanc that provides the traditional prune taste found in many armagnacs.
Distillation/Aging:Rather than being double-distilled as cognacs are, most armagnacs — including Cognac Lhéraud’s — are distilled only once. The Bas-Armagnac 1986 was distilled in 1986 and aged in oak until it was bottled. Beautifully giftboxed.
