Domaine De Pouteou Bas-Armagnac 5 Year 700ml

It’s easy to get lost in the sea of grand, decades-old vintages from Bas-Armagnac, but there is a distinct, undeniable pleasure in finding a “young” selection that punches well above its weight class. Domaine de Poutëou, a small, family-run estate in Lannemaignan, produces spirits that are as honest as the sandy soils they come from. This 5-year expression is a beautiful entry point into their world, offering a glimpse of the precision that the Tarbe family has maintained for generations.

At just five years of age, this Armagnac retains a vibrant, lively energy that is often smoothed over in older bottlings. It’s bottled at a sturdy 49% ABV, giving it the backbone needed to stand up in a cocktail while remaining remarkably poised on its own.