Armagnac (brandy)
Armagnac (/ˈɑːmənˌjæk/; French pronunciation: [aʁ.maˈɲak]) is a kind of brandy produced in the Armagnac region of France. The region lies between the Adour and Garonne rivers in the foothills of the Pyrenees. The area contains 15,000 hectares (37,000 acres) of grape-producing vines.[1] It was given an AOC in 1936.
Column stills rather than pot stills are used in the production of Armagnac. It is then aged in oak barrels. Armagnac is the oldest brandy distilled in France. In the past was consumed for its therapeutic benefits. In the 14th century, Prior Vital Du Four, a Cardinal, claimed it had 40 virtues:[2][3]
Armagnac (brandy) Media
A 1956 Armagnac—Baronne Jacques de Saint-Pastou
Vineyards in the Armagnac region near Landes and Gers
Map of the Armagnac region.
Column still, domaine d'Ognoas, Arthez-d'Armagnac, Landes, 1936
Column still, domaine d'Ognoas, Arthez-d'Armagnac, Landes, 1804
References
- ↑ "Le Cognac - About Armagnac - The Best Cognacs On Earth - XO - VSOP - Extra". le-cognac.com. Archived from the original on 22 June 2015. Retrieved 29 May 2015.
- ↑ France vaunts '40 virtues' of Armagnac. Independent Print Ltd. 2010-02-07. https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/food-and-drink/france-vaunts-40-virtues-of-armagnac-1891949.html. Retrieved 28 May 2015.
- ↑ Armagnac attack. Fairfax Digital. 2010-03-09. http://www.theage.com.au/news/entertainment/epicure/armagnac-attack/2010/03/08/1267896761085.html. Retrieved 28 May 2015.