Armagnac, 1942 Armagnac
Marquis de Montesquiou Bas Armagnac 1942 70cl. 46% vol.
Bottle size: 70cl
ABV: 46%
Price:
£1,195.00
Description
The 1942 Marquis de Montesquiou Bas Armagnac is an extraordinary and historic spirit, distilled over 80 years ago in the heart of Gascony and bottled at a robust 46% ABV. Coming from one of the most respected names in Armagnac, this release captures the soul of the Bas Armagnac region—renowned for producing eaux-de-vie of exceptional finesse, complexity, and longevity. Crafted during the height of the Second World War, it is both a rare collector’s treasure and a testament to the enduring tradition of artisanal distillation in southwest France.
In the glass, this venerable Armagnac displays a deep mahogany hue with flashes of amber and copper, a visual cue to its long, slow ageing in French oak casks. The bouquet is intensely aromatic, with layers of dried apricot, prune, and fig mingling with rich notes of vanilla pod, cocoa, and polished oak. Secondary aromas of tobacco leaf, leather, roasted nuts, and sweet spice emerge with time, while a delicate rancio character lends depth and elegance.
On the palate, the 1942 Marquis de Montesquiou is powerful yet supremely refined. The initial burst of dried fruit, toffee, and caramelised orange peel gives way to more savoury notes—walnut, cigar box, and a hint of earthy truffle. Decades in oak have endowed the spirit with an incredibly smooth, rounded texture, while the 46% alcohol provides a warming intensity without harshness. The finish is exceptionally long, lingering with echoes of sweet spice, chocolate, and mellow oak.
This is a spirit to be enjoyed in its purest form—served neat in a tulip glass, ideally at room temperature, allowing its complex layers to unfold slowly. Perfect for marking life’s most important occasions, it also makes an exceptional gift for collectors and connoisseurs of rare vintage spirits. The 1942 Marquis de Montesquiou Bas Armagnac is more than just an outstanding brandy—it is a liquid piece of French history, offering a once-in-a-lifetime tasting experience from one of the finest vintages in Armagnac’s long tradition.
Condition
high shoulder; wax seal
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