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So, tell me about Armagnac.
Topic Started: Feb 16 2015, 09:34 AM (619 Views)
bachophile
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HOLY CARP!!!
have received many bottles of cognac as gifts, so many that some I give away and cook with the rest

But Armagnac, never have tried, narry a sip.



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Mikhailoh
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Tastes like brandy. Has just a hair of a bitter edge to the ones I have tasted, but tasty stuff nonetheless. used to be a lot less expensive than cognac, now not so much I think. Laressingle is a very popular brand.

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Lots of stuff I did not know:

http://charlesnealselections.com/cognac/cognac-vs-armagnac.html
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bachophile
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thanks. Interesting website.
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I thought the history especially interesting. Being positioned on the Gironde was a huge commercial advantage. My next brandy will be a higher end Armagnac.
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John Galt
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What we drink in the Galt household when we drink armagnac.

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This complex, virile and long-lived Armagnac is elegant and refined on the palate, with a subtle, smoky bouquet hinting of prunes and hazelnuts and a smooth, lasting finish.


Good word to describe it. It isn't quite as subtle/smooth as a fine Cognac, it's just good in its own way.

http://www.kobrandwineandspirits.com/portfolio/product/larressingle_xo_armagnac
Edited by John Galt, Feb 16 2015, 10:07 AM.
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brenda
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We love it, bach. Better try some. :)
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Mikhailoh
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I just bought this online. Will report back in a couple days.

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CLASSIC (96-100)/Highest Recommendation

Chateau de Saint Aubin Réserve du Chateau Bas Armagnac (France; International Beverage Company, Atlanta, GA); 40% abv, $89. Nosings uncover tightly-knit scents of holiday spices, lemon rind, sweet, vanilla-like oak, white raisins, bittersweet chocolate and wood resin. Succulent, semisweet tastes of butterscotch and nougat enchant the taste buds early-on; full-throttle flavors including marzipan, light caramel, resiny oak and grape jam complete the in-mouth flavor phase with grace. Finish is long, honey sweet and sinewy in texture. A flawless Armagnac. Best Buy.






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Mikhailoh
Feb 16 2015, 10:44 AM
I just bought this online. Will report back in a couple days.

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CLASSIC (96-100)/Highest Recommendation

Chateau de Saint Aubin Réserve du Chateau Bas Armagnac (France; International Beverage Company, Atlanta, GA); 40% abv, $89. Nosings uncover tightly-knit scents of holiday spices, lemon rind, sweet, vanilla-like oak, white raisins, bittersweet chocolate and wood resin. Succulent, semisweet tastes of butterscotch and nougat enchant the taste buds early-on; full-throttle flavors including marzipan, light caramel, resiny oak and grape jam complete the in-mouth flavor phase with grace. Finish is long, honey sweet and sinewy in texture. A flawless Armagnac. Best Buy.






Sounds wonderful!
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Mikhailoh
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We shall see. Reviews and ratings can be misleading.
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bachophile
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Mik u have inspired me

currently in Italy

I'll see if malpensa's duty free has anything interesting.
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Feb 16 2015, 10:44 AM
Nosings uncover tightly-knit scents of holiday spices, lemon rind, sweet, vanilla-like oak, white raisins, bittersweet chocolate and wood resin. Succulent, semisweet tastes of butterscotch and nougat enchant the taste buds early-on; full-throttle flavors including marzipan, light caramel, resiny oak and grape jam complete the in-mouth flavor phase with grace. Finish is long, honey sweet and sinewy in texture.



Holy cow - that guy really needs a girlfriend.
What do you mean "we", have you got a mouse in your pocket?
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bachophile
Feb 16 2015, 11:39 AM
Mik u have inspired me

currently in Italy

I'll see if malpensa's duty free has anything interesting.
Au contraire, mon frere' - it is you who inspired me! Got me off the dime anyway - been wanting a new bottle of brandy for a year or so, but had plenty of bourbon. Just landed a new contract so I'm feeling flush.
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Mikhailoh
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It will be here Wednesday. Not bad from California.
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Mikhailoh
Feb 16 2015, 12:27 PM
Just landed a new contract so I'm feeling flush.
Well, in that case, I'll PM you my address so you can send one here, too!
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Mikhailoh
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Flush <> Foolish :lol2:

BUT..if you and Mr. Brenda can make it here I'll feed you well and pour out a nice big snifter.
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Mikhailoh
Feb 16 2015, 04:34 PM
Flush <> Foolish :lol2:

BUT..if you and Mr. Brenda can make it here I'll feed you well and pour out a nice big snifter.
If you lived toward the west, that would happen sooner than you would think! :lol2:
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Mikhailoh
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It's too bad - I know we would have a grand time. You would love My Favorite Redhead.
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Mikhailoh
Feb 16 2015, 05:04 PM
It's too bad - I know we would have a grand time. You would love My Favorite Redhead.
You would be very afraid if she and I teamed up together. :lol2:
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Mikhailoh
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It arrived this morning. At a most awkward time, I might add.

Nonetheless it is here and will be sampled tonight. The last review I read stated it was the finest Armagnac he had ever tasted.

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Mikhailoh
Feb 18 2015, 06:22 AM
It arrived this morning. At a most awkward time, I might add.

Nonetheless it is here and will be sampled tonight. The last review I read stated it was the finest Armagnac he had ever tasted.

Why awkward?
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Mikhailoh
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Just got out of the shower when the bell rang.
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Mikhailoh
Feb 18 2015, 09:53 AM
Just got out of the shower when the bell rang.
And you had to sign for it, of course.
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Uh huh.
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But it looks swell, an I'm eagerly anticipating the first snifter tonight.
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I am tired of working and I want a brandy.

Maybe this is why no one wants to hire 50-somethings. :lol:
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