Armagnac is the French oldest wine-based eau-de-vie; the first evidence of its use dates back to the year 1310!
Armagnac is produced in southwest France, in the heart of Gascony. Obtained from the distillation of white wine in an Armagnac alambic and put to age for many years in oak barrels before being bottled, it comes as blends (made from several eaux-de-vie from different harvests) or as vintages that are specific to Armagnac (one single year of harvest). It is a craft production: annually, the Armagnac sales are barely matching 2% of the cognac sales!
The Armagnac Academy created this four-hour course to give spirit fans the knowledge they need to enjoy Armagnac the way it should be enjoyed!
The Program:
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You will receieve a documentation about Armagnac that is a great pre-read for the course.
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History and geography, why it matters
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Production: Armagnac is unique in its production process
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Craft and diversity: A very broad varety of Armagnacs
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Tasting of various expressions to appreciate the diversity
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There is a short exam in the end to check the most important aspects of the course
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You receive a certificate issued in France by the BNIA, Bureau National Interprofessionael de l’Armagnac
Join in and discover this unique, authentic, and underrated brandy, reflecting a unique French terroir.
The goal? You will learn what it is and how to enjoy it greatly!
This session is very interactive, quite fun and you can ask any questions!
How does this work?
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After you book, you receive your package with instructions on how you should prepare.
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Two days prior the session, you receive the zoom link to connect to computer, iPad, smartphone.
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Prepare for the session:
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Check the pre-read material
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Have five tasting glasses, if possible, to compare the 5 premium Armagnacs
This course is available for "remote" learning and will be available to anyone with access to an internet device with a microphone (this includes most models of computers, tablets). Classes will take place with a "Live" instructor at the date/times listed below.
Upon registration, the instructor will send along additional information about how to log-on and participate in the class.
