Castarede Armagnac VSOP 10 Yr

Castarède VSOP is a Bas-Armagnac aged around a decade in oak — a fruity, lightly spiced expression from Maison Castarède, the oldest Armagnac trading house in the world.

Maison Castarède, founded in 1832 in southwest France, is now run by sixth-generation Florence Castarède. The VSOP is a blend of three classic Armagnac grapes — roughly half Ugni Blanc, with Colombard and Folle Blanche — aged well beyond the legal minimum for the VSOP designation. The result is a balanced, approachable Armagnac with the house's signature finesse.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Walnut, toasted coconut, cocoa, and nutmeg with a touch of prune
• Palate: Caramel and leather with black pepper and warm baking spice
• Finish: Dry and gently tannic, fading slowly

Specs

• Producer: Maison Castarède, Bas-Armagnac, France (est. 1832)
• Style: Bas-Armagnac VSOP
• Grapes: Ugni Blanc, Colombard, Folle Blanche
• Aging: Around 10 years in oak
• ABV: 40% (80 Proof)
• Size: 750mL

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Frequently Asked Questions

• What does VSOP mean for Armagnac? It designates an Armagnac aged at least several years in oak; Castarède's VSOP is aged around a decade, beyond the minimum.
• How does it differ from the Réserve de la Famille? The Réserve is aged a minimum of 20 years for greater depth; the VSOP is younger, fruitier, and lighter on its feet.
• How should I serve it? Excellent neat as a digestif, or in an Armagnac-based cocktail.