Domaine Bellair Foundations 1974

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Domaine Bellair: Excellence in Bas-Armagnac Located in the heart of the Bas-Armagnac appellation, Domaine Bellair perpetuates ancestral know-how in the art of distillation. Its unique terroir, composed of sandy (60%) and clay-limestone (40%) soils, extends over eight hectares and offers ideal conditions for growing the traditional Ugni Blanc (40%) and Baco (60%) grape varieties.

Alcohol : 44,9%

Color : Orange brown

Grape varieties : Baco

Volume : 50 cl

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Description

The 1974 vintage armagnac from Domaine Bellair – Foundations, bottled as a brut de fut by L’Encantada, is an exceptional eau-de-vie from the Gers terroir, aged 51 years in Gascon oak casks.

The Domaine Bellair – Foundations is one of the carefully selected estates in our portfolio, renowned for the quality of its brandies. This 1974 vintage, crafted from Folle Blanche, faithfully expresses the character of the Bas-Armagnac terroir through traditional continuous still distillation.

Tasting notes: Deep mahogany robe. The nose is extraordinarily complex: noble rancio, aged leather, cedar, tobacco, dried figs and a hint of orange blossom. Palate is velvety, dense, with exceptional length — truffle, coffee, dark chocolate. An infinite finish.

Serving suggestion: Best enjoyed neat at room temperature in a tulip glass to reveal its full aromatic palette. Ideal as a digestif, paired with dark chocolate, dried fruits or a quality cigar. Over 50 years of ageing. A collector’s bottle of exceptional rarity.

Limited stock. Buy this 1974 vintage armagnac directly from L’Encantada, artisan producer in Vic-Fezensac, Gers, Gascony. Delivery across France & Europe.

Tasting note

Nose

From the very first whiff, a freshness emerges, with gourmet accents of roasted apple and cider, reminiscent of Normandy orchards. As the armagnac opens up, more complex notes emerge: juicy apricot, candied lemon and lime blossom, giving the whole a lovely aromatic energy.

Palate

The attack is frank and full of character. The richness of the nose is repeated, with spicy (ginger), vanilla and slightly licorice flavors, before a minty freshness balances the whole. On the mid-palate, a tangy touch of crunchy apple adds a dynamic finish.

Overall

Persistent and elegant, it oscillates between herbaceous notes (cut hay, alfalfa), fruity notes (grapefruit) and subtle balsamic nuances of balsam and camphor. A hint of sweet spices (nutmeg, ginger) prolongs the tasting, leaving an impression of finesse and freshness.