Keys to appreciate Armagnac
Little reminder - the commercial Armagnac denominations :
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| VS | VSOP | XO | |
| Eye | Golden, orange nuance | Gold, amber nuance | Amber with mahogany highlights |
| Nose | Dominantly fruity. Pears, plums, grapes. A touch of wood and mellow spices | Balance of cooked fruits, sometimes candied and woody/spicy | Great aromatic richness: prunes, dried fruits, nuts, spices, vanilla … |
| Mouth | Warming and supple |
Mellow notes of oak. Great length |
Ample, round and long in the mouth |
To go a little deeper, look at the section « of men and aromas »
Recommendations for use
- VS : in cocktails, in cooking, as an aperitif or digestive
- VSOP : in cocktails, with food pairings before or after a meal or as a digestive
- XO : with food pairings or as a digestive