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An exceptional single domaine Armagnac, distilled in 1973 and aged for over five decades in oak casks, this spirit stands as a true symbol of the Bas-Armagnac region’s craftsmanship and the harmony of time. Created by the Darroze family, renowned for their precision, authenticity, and dedication to expressing the character of each terroir, it represents the pinnacle of patience and expertise.
The Domaine de Bellair estate is located in Bretagne-d’Armagnac, one of the most distinguished corners of Bas-Armagnac. The local “sables fauves” soils, rich in iron oxides and clay, lend the distillate depth, subtle minerality, and structure. This unique terroir shapes Armagnacs celebrated for their warmth, complexity, and remarkable aging potential.
On the nose, it immediately reveals rich aromas of dried fruits, cocoa, coffee, caramel, and gentle smoke, followed by elegant hints of tobacco, cedarwood, orange peel, vanilla, and sandalwood. The bouquet is deep, refined, and long-lasting — full of mature elegance and harmony.
On the palate, it is concentrated, silky, and perfectly balanced, unfolding layers of figs, prunes, caramel, dark chocolate, honey, and nuts. The oak-derived tannins merge gracefully with fruity sweetness and delicate spice, creating an exquisite equilibrium. The finish is long, warm, slightly smoky, leaving a lingering echo of tobacco and cocoa.
This is an exceptionally mature, refined, and collectible Armagnac, reflecting both the grandeur of the Bas-Armagnac region and the mastery of the Darroze family. Domaine de Bellair 1973 is a masterpiece of time and patience — a spirit in which decades of history have transformed into flavor, and every sip tells the story of fifty years captured in a glass.
