Château de Laubade 1986 Vintage Bas-Armagnac 750ml
Product details
| Management number | 253707518 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$87.50 | Model Number | 253707518 | ||
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This is a mature, fully evolved vintage Armagnac with classic rancio character and deep complexity. The 1986 Château de Laubade shows candied citrus, spice, leather, and polished oak, with a softer, more elegant profile than older vintages. A refined, contemplative spirit—ideal for collectors or milestone gifting.
Origins & Craftsmanship
Château de Laubade, located in Bas-Armagnac, is one of the region’s most respected estates, known for its estate-grown grapes and extensive vintage library.
Key production elements:
- Single vintage (1986 harvest)—no blending across years
- Produced from traditional Armagnac grapes including Baco, Ugni Blanc, and Colombard
- Distilled in a continuous Armagnac still, preserving aromatics and texture
- Aged for decades in Gascon oak barrels, with careful cellar management
Vintage Armagnac is defined by:
- Year-specific identity (reflecting climate and harvest conditions)
- Long oxidative aging → development of rancio (nutty, savory complexity)
- Often bottled on demand, preserving the integrity of each vintage
The 1986 sits in a sweet spot of maturity—fully developed, but still retaining fruit brightness.
Tasting Profile
Nose:
Candied mandarin, vanilla, toasted oak, and light spice
Palate:
Round and supple, with dried fruit, fruitcake, leather, and baking spice
Finish:
Long and elegant, with orange marmalade, nutty rancio notes, and gentle oak
Quick Overview
| Attribute | Details |
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| ABV / Proof | 40% ABV |
| Origin / Region | Bas-Armagnac, Gascony, France |
| Producer | Château de Laubade |
| Base Material | Baco, Ugni Blanc, Colombard |
| Distillation | Continuous Armagnac still |
| Aging / Maturation | Decades in Gascon oak |
| Special Attributes | Vintage 1986; estate-grown; long-aged |
| Aromas & Flavors | Candied citrus, dried fruit, spice, oak, rancio |
| Style / Identity | Mature, elegant, oxidative Armagnac |
Serving & Occasion
Best served neat in a tulip or brandy glass, with time to open. Ideal for:
- Birth year gifting (1986)
- After-dinner sipping
- Quiet, contemplative occasions
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