DomaineTariquetBas-ArmagnacXO(700mL)

<p>A beautiful Bas-Armagnac aged beyond years with a fruity palate. </p><p>Grapes had been growing in the fields of <em>Tariquet</em> for <em>hundreds of years</em>. The region was decimated by the epic Phylloxera blight, but a few hectares of viable vines had survived the disease.<em> Jean-Poerre Artaud </em>and<em> his father</em> purchased the estate in <em>1912</em>. The family ran the château — planting and tending the vines through two world wars. For decades they sold their grapes on the wholesale market and bottled a portion into<em> Wines</em> and<em> Armagnacs</em> for themselves, family, and friends. In <em>1972</em> they formalized their family business into a company for the <em>production of estate Bas-Armagnac. </em></p><p>If <em>Domaine Tariquet Bas-Armagnac XO</em> were a Cognac it would be designated “Hors d’âge” — beyond age. The youngest Spirit in the bottle has aged <em>fifteen years</em> in oak which is far more than is required for the XO designation. Domaine Tariquet Bas-Armagnac XO sits at the <em>top of the Château’s lineup</em>. The Spirit is made from 60% Ugni Blanc and 40% Baco grapes — all estate grown on-site. The delicate combination delivers a supple palate and bracing aroma of baked bread.</p><p><u>Smartass Corner:</u><em>Bas-Armagnac is one of the three regions in France where Armagnac can be legally produced. The other two are Armagnac-Ténarèze and Haut-Armagnac.</em></p>