1996 Leopold Carrère Vintage Armagnac in wooden case Caol Ila

1996 Leopold Carrère Vintage Armagnac in wooden case Caol IlaThe Bas Armagnac area, SE of Bordeaux, has fertile topsoil which produces light, dry wines with good acidity. These make the best spirits when distilled. This is a fine example and at a great price for a labelled vintage. The Carrre family are well renowned artisanal producers. Has a medium body, with notes of figs, prunes and violets on the nose and palate.

Many dried flowers

a very nice old Glen Grant

original leaflets as well as the cardboard tube

The bottle shape was designed by Erte’ and each unique illustration (serigraph) represents a different stage in the cognac-making process

a cheeky wee kumquat and some black pepper and a shaving of truffle

fitness-minded imbibers should consider sake

matured in South African Sherry Butt

Tasting notes

the Glen Moray has a delightful malty digestive biscuity smell

The Cava Brut Rosado by Segura Viudas is an excellent Classic Method Sparkling Wine

and length

dried fruit sweetness and drying oak