Armagnac Janneau 1976 Year of the Dragon
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The Janneau 1976 Armagnac, designated as the "Year of the Fire Dragon" edition, is a distinguished spirit that commemorates a significant intersection of French distillation artistry and Chinese cultural heritage. Distilled from the 1976 harvest, this Armagnac embodies the meticulous craftsmanship of Maison Janneau and the auspicious symbolism of the Dragon in the Chinese zodiac. The Year of the Dragon is esteemed as the most fortunate in the Chinese calendar, rendering this Armagnac a unique and meaningful collector's item.
Product Details:
- Classification: Aged 36 years in cask.
- Alcohol Content: 47.3%.
- Volume: 700ml.
- Bottle Number: Limited edition; each bottle is individually numbered.
Tasting Notes:
- Color: Deep amber with brown reflections, transitioning to a bright and clear amber/topaz hue.
- Nose: A pronounced and powerful aroma, offering a rich blend of peppermint, cigar, musk, cedar, and bitter orange notes, complemented by strong tannins and cocoa undertones.
- Palate: The palate is beautifully balanced, presenting a light pepper taste alongside the complexity of the flavors, culminating in a long, satisfying finish.
Special Features:
- This special bottling was released in 2012, marking a pivotal year in the Armagnac industry, as China became the largest single market for Armagnac globally.
- Maison Janneau blended its centenary savoir-faire with Chinese oriental culture to celebrate this event, releasing three exceptional vintages in limited, numbered bottles.
- The 1976 bottle is identified as the 'Fire Dragon', one of the three Dragon Years selected, each representing a different Dragon in the Chinese zodiac.
Collector's Appeal: The Janneau 1976 Armagnac Year of the Fire Dragon is not just a remarkable spirit but a piece of history and culture, making it a prized addition to any serious collection of fine spirits.
Category: Armagnac
Brand: Janneau
Vintage: 1976
Alcohol %:47
Volume L: 0.7
Pack Size: 1x 70cl
Duty Status: No Vat
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