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SpiritsWe have available to purchase online a select range of spirits that you may not otherwise see on the high street. Amongst the range on offer are Armagnac’s and Cognac’s from extremely desirable addresses in their respective regions together with an eclectic range of Gin, Vodka, Grappa, Rum and Eau de Vie. So whether you are looking for that special something as a present for a loved one or just simply an indulgence for your own pleasure, I am sure there is something here to cater for all occasions. Don’t forget if you are purchasing a special birthday, anniversary or other special event bottle, we have a wonderful range of packaging ideas for you to present the gift in perfect style.
 
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Armagnac Castarède VSOP - 70cl - The House of Castarède, founded in 1832, is the oldest of all Armagnac trading houses.Its prestige is based on its exceptional collection of vintage Armagnacs, which contains more than forty authenticated vintages - the oldest dating back from 1881 - crafted from the best products of the Bas Armagnac region and matured in cellars more than a hundred years old.Today, Florence Castarède is responsible for this family heritage, combining ancient know-how acquired over six generations with new policy initiatives.Traditional VSOP Armagnac has to be at least 5 years old, however, the Castarède VSOP is a blend of at least 10 years. The resulting Armagnac has an amber topaz colour with touches of bronze. The nose is mellow with aromas of walnut, warm spices, cocoa and prune. The palate is unctuous and warm and echoes the nose.Visit their web site here; <a href='http://www.armagnac-castarede.fr' target='_blank'>Armagnac Castarede</a>
Armagnac Castarède VSOP - 70cl
Bin No. CASTVSOP
Price: £35.00
The House of Castarède, founded in 1832, is the oldest of all Armagnac trading houses. Its prestige is based on its exceptional collection of vintage Armagnacs, which contains more than forty authenticated vintages - the oldest dating back from 1881 - crafted from the best products of the Bas Armagnac region and matured in cellars more than a hundred years old. Today, Florence Castarède is responsible for this family heritage, combining anc ..
 
 
   
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Armagnac Castarède XO - 70cl - The House of Castarède, founded in 1832, is the oldest of all Armagnac trading houses.Its prestige is based on its exceptional collection of vintage Armagnacs, which contains more than forty authenticated vintages - the oldest dating back from 1881 - crafted from the best products of the Bas Armagnac region and matured in cellars more than a hundred years old.Today, Florence Castarède is responsible for this family heritage, combining ancient know-how acquired over six generations with new policy initiatives.An XO must be at least 6 years old, however, the Castarède Armagnac XO is between 15 - 20 years of age. It has a clear coppery colour with animal aromas like fur and leather. This bas Armagnac has a smooth attack combined with pleasant flavours of ripe prunes and spices - it is very well balanced. For more information visit their website by clicking here; <a href='http://www.armagnac-castarede.fr' target='_blank'>Armagnac Castarede</a>
Armagnac Castarède XO - 70cl
Bin No. CASTXO
Price: £45.00
The House of Castarède, founded in 1832, is the oldest of all Armagnac trading houses. Its prestige is based on its exceptional collection of vintage Armagnacs, which contains more than forty authenticated vintages - the oldest dating back from 1881 - crafted from the best products of the Bas Armagnac region and matured in cellars more than a hundred years old. Today, Florence Castarède is responsible for this family heritage, combining anc ..
 
 
   
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Castarède Vintage Bas Armagnac 1900 - Armagnac, France - Armagnac brandy is crafted from white wines produced from white grapes with high acidity and a low alcohol content. These white wines are prepared in the most traditional fashion, without addition of sulphur or sugar. The distillation takes place over the winter (as soon as the fermentation has ceased), however, must be completed before March 31 of the year following the grape picking.A special Armagnac still is used, the principal characteristic of which is that it is designed to function continuously. The resulting brandy corresponds to 52 - 60° (unlike Cognac, produced by double distillation or double heating - known as repasse, to produce brandy at 70° or more). As it leaves the still, the brandy is colourless and very aromatic. It needs contact with wood and numerous years of ageing to develop its full richness. Ageing is one of the most important steps in the production of fine Armagnac and in achieving this two factors are extremely important - the cask used for ageing and the cellar itself. Firstly, the quality of the casks is dependent upon several factors, the skill of the cooper, the preparation of the wood and its origin. A Gascogne legend declares that the casks should be made from oaks that have watched the vines grow. Next, the quality (and more particularly the hydrometry) of the cellar is primordial. The drier the cellar, the more the Armagnac will itself be dried. The wetter the cellar, the more supple and round the brandy. As soon as the Armagnac has been distilled, it is placed in 400 litre oak casks. It is this contact between the brandy and the oak which forms the veritable basis of the Armagnac.The House of Castarède, founded in 1832, is the oldest of all Armagnac trading houses.Its prestige is based on its exceptional collection of vintage Armagnacs, which contains more than forty authenticated vintages - the oldest dating back from 1881 - crafted from the best products of the Bas Armagnac region and matured in cellars more than a hundred years old.Today, Florence Castarède is responsible for this family heritage, combining ancient know-how acquired over six generations with new policy initiatives.Distilled in 1900 this vintage Bas Armagnac is now well over 100 years old!Extremely limited quantities of this one. For more information visit their website by clicking here; <a href='http://www.armagnac-castarede.fr' target='_blank'>Armagnac Castarede</a>
Castarède Vintage Bas Armagnac 1900 - Armagnac, France
Bin No. CAST1900
Price: £1600
Armagnac brandy is crafted from white wines produced from white grapes with high acidity and a low alcohol content. These white wines are prepared in the most traditional fashion, without addition of sulphur or sugar. The distillation takes place over the winter (as soon as the fermentation has ceased), however, must be completed before March 31 of the year following the grape picking. A special Armagnac still is used, the principal characteri ..
 
 
   
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Castarède Vintage Bas Armagnac 1965 - Armagnac, France - Armagnac brandy is crafted from white wines produced from white grapes with high acidity and a low alcohol content. These white wines are prepared in the most traditional fashion, without addition of sulphur or sugar. The distillation takes place over the winter (as soon as the fermentation has ceased), however, must be completed before March 31 of the year following the grape picking. A special Armagnac still is used, the principal characteristic of which is that it is designed to function continuously. The resulting brandy corresponds to 52 - 60° (unlike Cognac, produced by double distillation or double heating - known as repasse, to produce brandy at 70° or more). As it leaves the still, the brandy is colourless and very aromatic. It needs contact with wood and numerous years of ageing to develop its full richness. Ageing is one of the most important steps in the production of fine Armagnac and in achieving this two factors are extremely important - the cask used for ageing and the cellar itself. Firstly, the quality of the casks is dependent upon several factors, the skill of the cooper, the preparation of the wood and its origin. A Gascogne legend declares that the casks should be made from oaks that have watched the vines grow. Next, the quality (and more particularly the hydrometry) of the cellar is primordial. The drier the cellar, the more the Armagnac will itself be dried. The wetter the cellar, the more supple and round the brandy. As soon as the Armagnac has been distilled, it is placed in 400 litre oak casks. It is this contact between the brandy and the oak which forms the veritable basis of the Armagnac.The House of Castarède, founded in 1832, is the oldest of all Armagnac trading houses.Its prestige is based on its exceptional collection of vintage Armagnacs, which contains more than forty authenticated vintages - the oldest dating back from 1881 - crafted from the best products of the Bas Armagnac region and matured in cellars more than a hundred years old.Today, Florence Castarède is responsible for this family heritage, combining ancient know-how acquired over six generations with new policy initiatives.The 1965 Armagnac Castarède is made from a blend of the following grapes:30% Colombard20% Folle Blanche50 % Ugni BlancThe 1965 is very deep in colour with an amazing aroma; it is powerful in the mouth with concentrated fruit and spices and extraordinary length.For more information visit their website by clicking here; <a href='http://www.armagnac-castarede.fr' target='_blank'>Armagnac Castarede</a>
Castarède Vintage Bas Armagnac 1965 - Armagnac, France
Bin No. CAST1965
Price: £100.00
Armagnac brandy is crafted from white wines produced from white grapes with high acidity and a low alcohol content. These white wines are prepared in the most traditional fashion, without addition of sulphur or sugar. The distillation takes place over the winter (as soon as the fermentation has ceased), however, must be completed before March 31 of the year following the grape picking. A special Armagnac still is used, the principal character ..
 
 
   
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Castarède Vintage Bas Armagnac 1970 - Armagnac, France - Armagnac brandy is crafted from white wines produced from white grapes with high acidity and a low alcohol content. These white wines are prepared in the most traditional fashion, without addition of sulphur or sugar. The distillation takes place over the winter (as soon as the fermentation has ceased), however, must be completed before March 31 of the year following the grape picking. A special Armagnac still is used, the principal characteristic of which is that it is designed to function continuously. The resulting brandy corresponds to 52 - 60° (unlike Cognac, produced by double distillation or double heating - known as repasse, to produce brandy at 70° or more). As it leaves the still, the brandy is colourless and very aromatic. It needs contact with wood and numerous years of ageing to develop its full richness. Ageing is one of the most important steps in the production of fine Armagnac and in achieving this two factors are extremely important - the cask used for ageing and the cellar itself. Firstly, the quality of the casks is dependent upon several factors, the skill of the cooper, the preparation of the wood and its origin. A Gascogne legend declares that the casks should be made from oaks that have watched the vines grow. Next, the quality (and more particularly the hydrometry) of the cellar is primordial. The drier the cellar, the more the Armagnac will itself be dried. The wetter the cellar, the more supple and round the brandy. As soon as the Armagnac has been distilled, it is placed in 400 litre oak casks. It is this contact between the brandy and the oak which forms the veritable basis of the Armagnac.The House of Castarède, founded in 1832, is the oldest of all Armagnac trading houses.Its prestige is based on its exceptional collection of vintage Armagnacs, which contains more than forty authenticated vintages - the oldest dating back from 1881 - crafted from the best products of the Bas Armagnac region and matured in cellars more than a hundred years old.Today, Florence Castarède is responsible for this family heritage, combining ancient know-how acquired over six generations with new policy initiatives.The 1970 Armagnac Castarède is made from a blend of the following grapes:30% Colombard20% Folle Blanche50 % Ugni BlancThis Armagnac distilled in 1970 has a very aromatic nose with hints of vanilla and spice. On the palate it is wonderfully well balanced with a light shade of vanilla and fine elegant fruit.For more information visit their website by clicking here; <a href='http://www.armagnac-castarede.fr' target='_blank'>Armagnac Castarede</a>
Castarède Vintage Bas Armagnac 1970 - Armagnac, France
Bin No. CAST1970
Price: £80.00
Armagnac brandy is crafted from white wines produced from white grapes with high acidity and a low alcohol content. These white wines are prepared in the most traditional fashion, without addition of sulphur or sugar. The distillation takes place over the winter (as soon as the fermentation has ceased), however, must be completed before March 31 of the year following the grape picking. A special Armagnac still is used, the principal character ..
 
 
   
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Castarède Vintage Bas Armagnac 1972 - Armagnac, France - Armagnac brandy is crafted from white wines produced from white grapes with high acidity and a low alcohol content. These white wines are prepared in the most traditional fashion, without addition of sulphur or sugar. The distillation takes place over the winter (as soon as the fermentation has ceased), however, must be completed before March 31 of the year following the grape picking. A special Armagnac still is used, the principal characteristic of which is that it is designed to function continuously. The resulting brandy corresponds to 52 - 60° (unlike Cognac, produced by double distillation or double heating - known as repasse, to produce brandy at 70° or more). As it leaves the still, the brandy is colourless and very aromatic. It needs contact with wood and numerous years of ageing to develop its full richness. Ageing is one of the most important steps in the production of fine Armagnac and in achieving this two factors are extremely important - the cask used for ageing and the cellar itself. Firstly, the quality of the casks is dependent upon several factors, the skill of the cooper, the preparation of the wood and its origin. A Gascogne legend declares that the casks should be made from oaks that have watched the vines grow. Next, the quality (and more particularly the hydrometry) of the cellar is primordial. The drier the cellar, the more the Armagnac will itself be dried. The wetter the cellar, the more supple and round the brandy. As soon as the Armagnac has been distilled, it is placed in 400 litre oak casks. It is this contact between the brandy and the oak which forms the veritable basis of the Armagnac.The House of Castarède, founded in 1832, is the oldest of all Armagnac trading houses.Its prestige is based on its exceptional collection of vintage Armagnacs, which contains more than forty authenticated vintages - the oldest dating back from 1881 - crafted from the best products of the Bas Armagnac region and matured in cellars more than a hundred years old.Today, Florence Castarède is responsible for this family heritage, combining ancient know-how acquired over six generations with new policy initiatives.The 1972 Armagnac Castarède is made from a blend of the following grapes:30% Colombard20% Folle Blanche50 % Ugni BlancFor more information visit their website by clicking here; <a href='http://www.armagnac-castarede.fr' target='_blank'>Armagnac Castarede</a>
Castarède Vintage Bas Armagnac 1972 - Armagnac, France
Bin No. CAST1972
Price: £65.00
Armagnac brandy is crafted from white wines produced from white grapes with high acidity and a low alcohol content. These white wines are prepared in the most traditional fashion, without addition of sulphur or sugar. The distillation takes place over the winter (as soon as the fermentation has ceased), however, must be completed before March 31 of the year following the grape picking. A special Armagnac still is used, the principal character ..
 
 
   
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Castarède Vintage Bas Armagnac 1979 - Armagnac, France - Armagnac brandy is crafted from white wines produced from white grapes with high acidity and a low alcohol content. These white wines are prepared in the most traditional fashion, without addition of sulphur or sugar. The distillation takes place over the winter (as soon as the fermentation has ceased), however, must be completed before March 31 of the year following the grape picking.A special Armagnac still is used, the principal characteristic of which is that it is designed to function continuously. The resulting brandy corresponds to 52 - 60° (unlike Cognac, produced by double distillation or double heating - known as repasse, to produce brandy at 70° or more). As it leaves the still, the brandy is colourless and very aromatic. It needs contact with wood and numerous years of ageing to develop its full richness. Ageing is one of the most important steps in the production of fine Armagnac and in achieving this two factors are extremely important - the cask used for ageing and the cellar itself. Firstly, the quality of the casks is dependent upon several factors, the skill of the cooper, the preparation of the wood and its origin. A Gascogne legend declares that the casks should be made from oaks that have watched the vines grow. Next, the quality (and more particularly the hydrometry) of the cellar is primordial. The drier the cellar, the more the Armagnac will itself be dried. The wetter the cellar, the more supple and round the brandy. As soon as the Armagnac has been distilled, it is placed in 400 litre oak casks. It is this contact between the brandy and the oak which forms the veritable basis of the Armagnac.The House of Castarède, founded in 1832, is the oldest of all Armagnac trading houses.Its prestige is based on its exceptional collection of vintage Armagnacs, which contains more than forty authenticated vintages - the oldest dating back from 1881 - crafted from the best products of the Bas Armagnac region and matured in cellars more than a hundred years old.Today, Florence Castarède is responsible for this family heritage, combining ancient know-how acquired over six generations with new policy initiatives.The 1979 Armagnac Castarède is made from a blend of the following grapes:30% Colombard20% Folle Blanche50 % Ugni BlancThe final Armagnac has a delicate nose with hints of perfume. It has aromas of fruits like peach and prune. It is extremely long in the mouth with lots of fruit character and a hint of spice.For more information visit their website by clicking here; <a href='http://www.armagnac-castarede.fr' target='_blank'>Armagnac Castarede</a>
Castarède Vintage Bas Armagnac 1979 - Armagnac, France
Bin No. CAST1979
Price: £55.00
Armagnac brandy is crafted from white wines produced from white grapes with high acidity and a low alcohol content. These white wines are prepared in the most traditional fashion, without addition of sulphur or sugar. The distillation takes place over the winter (as soon as the fermentation has ceased), however, must be completed before March 31 of the year following the grape picking. A special Armagnac still is used, the principal characteri ..
 
 
   
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Delamain Pale & Dry X.O. - Cognac, France - Delamain is a family owned Cognac producer, whose name has become a byword for quality and consistency. The family only produce X.O. quality Cognacs and above, and source fruit only from the Grande Champagne area.During the vinification process the house use solely 'ruby' French wooden casks containing 350 litters. The term 'ruby' means that the casks have already lost their excess of tannin.Delamain mature their Cognac in ‘ruby’ casks for a minimum of 20 years; for the older spirits, they wait until the Cognac has reached its full maturity - generally after 50 to 60 years spent in wood.The Pale and Dry X.O. is on average 25 years old and is renowned for its delicacy and elegance. Deliberately clear, with a bright and velvety gold appearance the Cognac displays powerful and long-lasting aromas that lead to a palate which is mellow and round with a fruity finish.
Delamain Pale & Dry X.O. - Cognac, France
Bin No. DELAMPALE
Price: £55.00
Delamain is a family owned Cognac producer, whose name has become a byword for quality and consistency. The family only produce X.O. quality Cognacs and above, and source fruit only from the Grande Champagne area. During the vinification process the house use solely 'ruby' French wooden casks containing 350 litters. The term 'ruby' means that the casks have already lost their excess of tannin. Delamain mature their Cognac in ‘ruby’ casks fo ..
 
 
   
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Delamain Tres Venerable X.O. - Cognac, France - Delamain is a family owned Cognac producer, whose name has become a byword for quality and consistency. The family only produce X.O. quality Cognacs and above, and source fruit only from the Grande Champagne area.During the vinification process the house use solely 'ruby' French wooden casks containing 350 litters. The term 'ruby' means that the casks have already lost their excess of tannin.Delamain mature their Cognac in ‘ruby’ casks for a minimum of 20 years; for the older spirits, they wait until the Cognac has reached its full maturity - generally after 50 to 60 years spent in wood.The Delamain Tres Venerable Cognac is made from 100% Ugni Blanc grapes and is on average 50 years old. Renowned for its smoothness and incredibly long finish the Tres Venerable is on appearance dazzling with a soft golden transparency. On the nose the Cognac displays long lasting and powerful perfumes, with a freshness and lightness rarely encountered in such an old Cognac (older Cognacs are usually overwhelmed by strong wooden tannin).
Delamain Tres Venerable X.O. - Cognac, France
Bin No. DELAMTRES
Price: £160.00
Delamain is a family owned Cognac producer, whose name has become a byword for quality and consistency. The family only produce X.O. quality Cognacs and above, and source fruit only from the Grande Champagne area. During the vinification process the house use solely 'ruby' French wooden casks containing 350 litters. The term 'ruby' means that the casks have already lost their excess of tannin. Delamain mature their Cognac in ‘ruby’ casks fo ..
 
 
   
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Delamain Vesper X.O. - Cognac, France - Delamain is a family owned Cognac producer, whose name has become a byword for quality and consistency. The family only produce X.O. quality Cognacs and above, and source fruit only from the Grande Champagne area.During the vinification process the house use solely 'ruby' French wooden casks containing 350 litters. The term 'ruby' means that the casks have already lost their excess of tannin.Delamain mature their Cognac in ‘ruby’ casks for a minimum of 20 years; for the older spirits, they wait until the Cognac has reached its full maturity - generally after 50 to 60 years spent in wood.The Delamain Vesper X.O. is older than Pale & Dry with an average age of 35 years and is richer and more powerful. The palate is intensely mellow and velvety leading to a complex and long finish.
Delamain Vesper X.O. - Cognac, France
Bin No. DELAMVESP
Price: £80.00
Delamain is a family owned Cognac producer, whose name has become a byword for quality and consistency. The family only produce X.O. quality Cognacs and above, and source fruit only from the Grande Champagne area. During the vinification process the house use solely 'ruby' French wooden casks containing 350 litters. The term 'ruby' means that the casks have already lost their excess of tannin. Delamain mature their Cognac in ‘ruby’ casks fo ..
 
 
   
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