Laubade Bas Armagnac XO De Luxe 40% +GBX

Château de Laubade X.O. is a refined, powerful and structured Bas Armagnac from the family estate that has been working in the heart of the Gascogne since 1870. The house manages 105 hectares in the most valued zone of the appellation and combines tradition with careful craftsmanship. The third generation safeguards the legacy and adheres to a sustainable approach in which every step from vineyard to bottle is controlled.

The X.O. is a composed selection of eaux de vie that were distilled separately by cépage and by vintage and then matured in Gascogne oak casks. The cuvée places Ugni Blanc and Colombard predominantly in the foreground, complemented by Folle Blanche and the regional Baco; the eaux de vie are between 15 and 25 years old. The result is an Armagnac of great finesse, deep complexity and a harmonious balance between fruit, spice and wood.

In the glass the X.O. shows a rich, brilliant amber colour. The nose is intense and opens with plum, plum compote and dried apricot, followed by warm notes of vanilla, cinnamon, cocoa and coffee. Almond, toasted bread and a hint of orange peel add further facets.

On the palate the Armagnac is round and velvety, complex and elegant, with a long, lingering finish.
Château de Laubade X.O. demands attention and is best enjoyed as a digestif in good company. It pairs excellently with richer cheeses such as Pont l’Évêque or Livarot, with tarte Tatin or with a chocolate soufflé, optionally flambéed with the same X.O. Serve lightly chilled in a tulip or balloon glass at 16–18 °C to fully experience both aromatic depth and mouthfeel.