Armagnac is a French Brandy produced in the Armagnac region of Gascony, Southwest France. Armagnac is distilled from wines, with grapes including Baco 22A, Colombard, Folle Blanche and Ugni Blanc being used. Armagnac is mostly produced in Column stills, unlike Cognac which utilises Pot Stills. Once distilled, the Armagnac is aged in Oak Barrels before the bottling process begins. The production of Armagnac is closely watched and monitored, to ensure that the French Brandy meets the standard of the Armagnac governing bodies.
Armagnac has over 300 producers in the region, most producing small batch quantities.
How to Drink Armagnac
Generally enjoyed as an after-dinner liqueur, Armagnac is served neat. In a small glass with a fine lip, warm the Armagnac to room temperature to enjoy it at its finest. This can be done by holding the glass in your palms. By doing so, it will concentrate the aromas, and bring out the rich flavour of the Armagnac.
There is no need to wait to drink your Armagnac. It does not improve with age once bottled, so enjoy your very own bottle today!
At Spirits of France, the Armagnac at our disposal is the highest of quality and we are confident we can provide you with the right bottle to suit your palate.