Domaine de Mandillet 1976/2026 50 y.o. Armagnac Darroze (70cl, 51.5%)

A 50-year-old Armagnac from Bas-Armagnac in France, distilled in 1976 and bottled in 2026. It is part of the Unique Collection and is offered at natural cask strength, without chill filtration or colouring. It matured for five decades in oak casks and is bottled in a gift box. The Armagnac is marketed under the Darroze brand and comes from Domaine de Mandillet. It is an original bottling, meaning it comes directly from the distillery. The 2026 bottling is released as Brut de Fût at 51.5% ABV. The nose shows liquorice, plum and rancio, with honey, gingerbread, nutmeg and clove, plus candied fruit, quince and a subtle underwood note. The palate is dominated by tobacco and dark chocolate, with a hint of leather. The finish is marked by mature, elegant tones with a lasting impression.