{"product_id":"armagnac-veuve-goudoulin-bas-armagnac-2005-2005","title":"Armagnac Veuve Goudoulin, Bas Armagnac 2005, 2005","description":"\u003cp\u003eArmagnac Veuve Goudoulin Bas Armagnac 2005 is a single-vintage expression from one of the most respected names in the region, offering the character and depth that Bas Armagnac is known for. Distilled in 2005 and shaped by long cask aging, it combines the vintage identity of the harvest with the house style of Veuve Goudoulin, a producer rooted in the traditions of fine Armagnac.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it typically shows the warm amber to deep mahogany tones expected from a well-aged Armagnac, with natural variation depending on bottling and time in wood. The nose is likely to be layered and refined, moving from dried fruit, prune, and candied citrus to vanilla, toasted oak, spice, and subtle rancio notes.\n\nOn the palate, expect a supple, full-flavored spirit with richness and balance, where fruit sweetness meets warming spice, walnut, leather, and a gentle earthy complexity. Bas Armagnac bottlings are often prized for their finesse and longevity, and this 2005 vintage should continue to reward careful cellaring with further integration and aromatic development over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduced in Bas Armagnac, the most celebrated terroir of the Armagnac region, this vintage spirit benefits from sandy, siliceous soils that tend to yield eaux-de-vie of particular elegance and aromatic precision. The grapes are harvested from the 2005 vintage, then traditionally vinified and distilled before being matured in oak casks, where slow aging allows the spirit to gain color, texture, and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBest enjoyed as a contemplative digestif, this Armagnac pairs beautifully with dark chocolate, tarte tatin, prune-based desserts, Roquefort, or a well-aged Comté. Serve it slightly below room temperature, around 16–18°C, in a tulip glass to concentrate the aromatics; decanting is not necessary, though allowing it to rest briefly in the glass can help the bouquet open.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eArmagnac Veuve Goudoulin is a longstanding family producer with a strong reputation for traditional Armagnac making and carefully selected vintage bottlings. Based in the heart of the region, the house is known for preserving the classic character of Bas Armagnac and for offering expressions that reflect both terroir and time. Its vintage releases are appreciated by collectors and enthusiasts for their authenticity and consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Armagnac Veuve Goudoulin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255814607185,"sku":"OS-701805","price":61.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/701805_trans2_d9603ed2-5013-404b-8c49-fe4aa01fd48f.png?v=1783461950","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/armagnac-veuve-goudoulin-bas-armagnac-2005-2005","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}