Bas-Armagnac 1996 Darroze - Domaine de Rieston | Rare Vintage

The Excellence of the 1996 Vintage at Domaine de Rieston

The Domaine de Rieston, located in the heart of Bas-Armagnac on sandy soils, is renowned for the exceptional quality of its eaux-de-vie. This vintage 1996 perfectly embodies the expertise of the family Darroze, acting here as a "negociant-éleveur." Every drop of this bottle has aged patiently in pedunculate oak barrels, developing a complexity that only time can offer.

A Noble Grape Variety: 100% Baco

Unlike classic blends, this cuvée highlights the Baco. This historic grape variety of Armagnac is known for its great finesse and its ability to convey the nuances of the soil. The result is a fresh, round spirit with great persistence on the palate.

The Philosophy of Darroze: Zero Additive

True to the quality charter of Marc Darroze, this armagnac is presented in its purest form:

• Not reduced: Bottled at the natural degree of the barrel to preserve the intensity of the aromas.

• No sugar or wood: No alteration to mask or modify the original taste.

• Natural color: An amber hue obtained solely through the interaction between alcohol and wood.