{"product_id":"darroze-les-grands-assemblages-20yo-armagnac-gift-box","title":"Les Grands Assemblages 20YO Armagnac, Darroze (Gift Box)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFig \u0026amp; Velvet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSumptuous and assured, Darroze’s twenty-year-old Armagnac opens with dried figs, raisins and rich caramel, lifted by orange zest and the darker fruitiness of prunes. Oak is woven into the aromas, bringing gentle baking spice and depth without obscuring the fruit. There is a lovely sense of development here, with each swirl revealing another detail in its mellow, autumnal character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcross the palate, the texture is velvety and generous, supported by fine tannins and a warmth that feels beautifully integrated. Apple and sultana notes give way to dark chocolate and lingering spice, creating a long, satisfying finish. Two decades of maturation have brought composure while preserving plenty of vitality, making this an especially rewarding bottle for anyone seeking mature Armagnac with both richness and definition. Ready to savour now, it is particularly appealing served neat after dinner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor when:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The anniversary deserves something with a little history of its own.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePairs with:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fig and walnut tart, dark chocolate fondant, baked apples with raisins, pecan pie, prune clafoutis or aged Comté.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLes Grands Assemblages explores how Armagnac changes with time, combining different origins and harvest years at each age level. The twenty-year-old occupies a particularly attractive stage, when the spirit’s warmth has softened, its tannins have become finer, and its flavours have gained depth. The age statement refers to the youngest eau-de-vie in the blend, with the gift-box presentation making this a considered choice for a milestone celebration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wine Republic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56387190784385,"sku":null,"price":99.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0916\/0513\/9841\/files\/LesGrandsAssemblages20YOArmagnac_Darroze_GiftBox.png?v=1791733116","url":"https:\/\/www.wine-republic.co.uk\/products\/darroze-les-grands-assemblages-20yo-armagnac-gift-box","provider":"Wine Republic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}