An exceptional single domaine Armagnac, aged for more than four decades and crafted by the renowned Darroze family, who for over 70 years have shaped the Bas-Armagnac region’s reputation as one of the world’s most prestigious sources of fine brandies. This release — the Domaine de la Poste distillate — was distilled in 1987 and matured in oak casks for over 35 years, achieving a remarkable balance between depth of maturity, fruit intensity, and refined spiciness.
The Domaine de la Poste estate lies in the heart of Bas-Armagnac, a region defined by its famous “sables fauves” soils — sandy and rich in iron oxides. This terroir imparts lightness, elegance, and subtle minerality, while the region’s mild climate helps preserve the spirit’s natural fruitiness and longevity.
On the nose, it opens with dried fruits, figs, prunes, and candied orange peel, complemented by notes of vanilla, caramel, cedar, tobacco, and a gentle wisp of smoke. Hints of honey, spice, and chocolate emerge in the background, adding depth while maintaining a lively, fruity freshness.
On the palate, it is rich, rounded, and expressive, revealing layers of honey, caramel, dried fruits, chocolate, vanilla, and oak spice. The texture is silky and slightly oily, while the finish is long, warm, and elegant, marked by tobacco, soft smoke, and honeyed tones. The long aging has created a perfect balance between sweetness and tannins, giving the spirit both harmony and depth.
A mature, classic Bas-Armagnac, in which the Darroze family’s precision meets the refined elegance of the Domaine de la Poste terroir. Domaine de la Poste 1987 is a balanced, refined, and deeply expressive Armagnac, ideal for quiet contemplation or as a prized collector’s piece. Every sip embodies the union of time and craftsmanship, shaped over more than 35 years of patience and mastery.
