Delord Bas Armagnac 1986 is a rare and distinguished Bas-Armagnac of exceptional character — produced at the Delord family distillery in Lannepax using Colombard, Ugni Blanc, and Folle Blanche, and aged for four decades in one of more than 700 oak barrels in Delord’s celebrated cellars. Clear amber with beautiful gold reflections; a deeply complex nose of vanilla, oakwood, marzipan, and dried fruits; rich, smooth, and beautifully balanced on the palate — rounded, soft, and elegantly easy to drink, with a long, warming finish that speaks eloquently of extraordinary patience and rare Armagnac craftsmanship. The ultimate 1986 birth year gift.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Clear amber with beautiful gold reflections and refined clarity — the hallmark of four decades of patient ageing in oak barrels at the Delord family distillery in Lannepax, one of Armagnac’s most celebrated and visionary producers.
Aroma
Deeply complex and immediately captivating — vanilla, oakwood, marzipan, and dried fruits create a sophisticated and richly layered aromatic profile. The bouquet reflects four decades of ageing in Delord’s treasured oak barrels — a testament to the extraordinary patience and expertise of the Delord family and their prized Sier Armagnac alambics.
Palate
Rich, smooth, and beautifully balanced — hints of cinnamon, marzipan, toasted bread, and dried fruit weave together in exceptional harmony. Rounded, soft, and elegantly easy to drink, the 1986 vintage showcases the hallmark Delord style with a long, warming finish of genuine depth and rare Bas-Armagnac distinction.
Pairs With
A natural companion to dark chocolate, crème brûlée, aged blue cheese, dried figs, and walnut tart — or enjoyed as a contemplative digestif after a truly special meal. The ultimate gift for those born in 1986, and an irreplaceable addition to any serious spirits collection.
