Gelas 20 Year Old Armagnac – Exclusive 20 year old from Bas-Armagnac

Gelas 20 Year Old Armagnac is classic French craftsmanship in liquid form. This elegant 20 year old Armagnac from Bas-Armagnac combines more than two decades of patient barrel aging with the proud family traditions of Maison Gelas. The result is a deep, complex and seductively smooth Armagnac that both the curious novice and the experienced connoisseur will appreciate.

Gently distilled to preserve the natural character of the grapes, the Armagnac is then aged for over 20 years in French oak barrels – both new and used. The combination of barrel types adds structure, spice and depth, while the long aging rounds and refines the spirit. Bas-Armagnac’s special soil – with sandy soils rich in iron – provides optimal growing conditions and contributes to the characteristic elegance and aromatic finesse.

Gelas 20 years Armagnac is ideal as an exclusive digestif after a good meal. It should be enjoyed neat at room temperature in a spacious glass, allowing the aromas to fully unfold. An ideal gift idea for the connoisseur or as a luxurious addition to the bar cabinet.

Tasting notes

Color: Dark amber with a deep glow.

Aroma: Inviting and complex with notes of browned butter, roasted hazelnuts and ripe raspberries, accompanied by warm spices.

Taste: Soft, round and silky smooth in the mouth. Cuddly on the tongue with nuances of cinnamon, cloves and roasted nuts. Harmonious balance between sweetness, spice and cask.

Finish: Long and elegant with lingering warm spices and nutty depth.

The house behind – Maison Gelas

Founded in 1865, Maison Gelas has been distilling and aging Armagnac under the family name for more than four generations. The house is located in Bas-Armagnac, the smallest and most sought-after of Armagnac’s three districts. Here, the unique soil provides optimal growing conditions and creates the foundation for Armagnacs with finesse, complexity and great ageability. Today, Gelas is synonymous with tradition, authenticity and uncompromising quality.

• Producer: Maison Gelas
• Type: Armagnac
• Age: 20 years
• Origin: Bas-Armagnac, France
• Barrel aging: Minimum 20 years in French oak barrels
• Quantity: 70 cl
• Alcohol content: 40%alcohol