Armagnac Larressingle – Heritage Expression of Gascogne

A Historic Gascon House Rooted in Authenticity, Craftsmanship and Timeless Elegance

Nestled in the fortified medieval village of Larressingle — one of the jewels of Gascogne — Armagnac Larressingle has perpetuated a classical and exacting vision of Armagnac since the 19th century. Founded in 1837 by the Papelorey family, the house quickly associated its name with the château of Larressingle, becoming one of the region’s most emblematic producers, bridging the Ténarèze and Bas-Armagnac terroirs.

Still family-run, the house remains faithful to traditional Gascon craftsmanship: rigorous selection of base wines, patient distillation, long ageing and meticulous blending. Larressingle expresses an intemporal aesthetic built on balance, depth and aromatic subtlety.

Terroirs & Origin of the Eaux-de-Vie

Larressingle crafts its blends from eaux-de-vie sourced from the two great terroirs of Armagnac:

Bas-Armagnac

• Sandy, boulbène and clay–sand soils.
• Style: finesse, delicate aromatics, silky texture.

Armagnac-Ténarèze

• Clay–limestone soils with more structure.
• Style: power, depth, remarkable ageing potential.

This dual origin provides a broad palette for creating Armagnacs that unite elegance, structure and complexity. Traditional grape varieties — Ugni Blanc, Baco 22A, Colombard, Folle Blanche — are vinified into light wines specifically destined for distillation.

Distillation & Ageing

Distillation

The house favours the traditional Armagnac alambic (column still), true to the regional identity. Some eaux-de-vie benefit from double distillation, adding roundness and softness to the final blend.

Ageing

Ageing follows a long, precise and traditional progression:

• initial years in new oak for structure, spices and vanilla,
• extended maturation in older casks in both dry and humid cellars,
• precise blending directed by the master blender, balancing Gascon elegance with aromatic depth.

This patient work gives Larressingle Armagnacs an authentic, polished profile with beautifully integrated oak.

Style of the Eaux-de-Vie

• broad, complex nose of prune, fig, candied fruit, orange peel, vanilla and sweet spices,
• full, generous palate supported by the natural structure of Ténarèze,
• long, persistent finish marked by dried fruits, blond tobacco, emerging rancio and seamless oak integration.

The house embraces a classical, serene and refined style, deeply rooted in Gascon identity.

Signature Cuvées

VS
Youthful and vibrant, showcasing pure fruit. Ideal for high-end cocktails or aperitif.

VSOP
Melted oak, warm spices, ripe fruit. Perfect balance between freshness and patina.

Napoléon / Hors d’Âge
Matured blends showing emerging rancio, dried fruits, honey and wax. Superb coherence and controlled complexity.

XO
The house’s fully developed expression: ample, deep, velvety texture. Prune, cocoa, candied fruit, long harmonious finish.

Special Selections & Vintages
Rare cuvées from old Bas-Armagnac stocks or specific vintages. Direct, pure expressions of terroir for long-ageing enthusiasts.

Conclusion

Armagnac Larressingle embodies a heritage-driven and exacting interpretation of Armagnac: traditional distillation, long ageing, meticulous blending and an aromatic identity deeply rooted in Gascogne.

A benchmark house for those seeking authentic, refined and timeless eaux-de-vie, firmly anchored in the living history of Gascony.