Francis Darroze 1942 Le Luxe Gascon Grand Bas-Armagnac 43.5% 700ml Rye Whiskey

Francis Darroze 1942 Le Luxe Gascon Grand Bas-Armagnac 43.5% 700ml Rye WhiskeyA single vintage Grand Bas Armagnac from Francis Darroze, sourced from the Le Luxe Gascon domaine in Bas Armagnac and distilled in 1942. Bottled at 43. 5% Darroze never reduces below natural cask strength when the eau de vie permits, preserving the single domaine character. Francis Darroze is the most respected single domaine bottler in Bas Armagnac. Founded by Francis Darroze in 1974 and now run by his son Marc, the maison sources mature eaux de vie

Its proprietary white koji brewing method creates a layered complexity that competes with premium red wines

A young (3 years old) single cask

destemmed and pressed to stainless steel tanks to retain freshness

Best enjoyed over the next 4–5 years

Two secondary grape varieties

TASTING NOTES: Ink black with violet hues

Others typically reduce immediately after distillation

this dry rosé showcases tempranillo's distinctive character—savoury fruit aromas with subtle licorice notes and textural complexity that builds through the palate

Add tonic (1 part RinQuinQuin to 5 parts tonic) for a long refreshing summer afternoon drink

allowed the fruit to reach optimal ripeness

The origin of the wood is 80% French oak and 20% American

Mature wines from Central Victoria \n