PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
40% ABV, 750 ml, bottled in 2023
The oldest house in Bas Armagnac, the Dartigalongue family began to distill in 1813. In 1838, Pascal Dartigalongue founded the first Maison d'Armagnac in Nogaro, the heart of the Bas Armagnac region. In 1870 son Joseph acquired a large vineyard in Salles d'Armagnac near Nogaro.
The Dartigalongue Vintage 1943 Bas Armagnac, an 80-year-old expression from the renowned Dartigalongue house, is a rare spirit showcasing the richness of aged Armagnac. This 1943 vintage is a well-preserved legacy, offering a unique profile developed through decades of aging in Gascon oak barrels.
Expect a profound, aromatic profile with rich, layered notes of dried fruit, toasted oak, dark spices, and leather, creating a complex, mature experience. Aged for decades, its lengthy finish and fine balance capture the essence of Dartigalongue's craftsmanship and the terroir of Bas-Armagnac. The vintage bottle is a collector’s piece, cherished not only for its flavor but for its representation of history and artisanal dedication, making it a centerpiece for any connoisseur of rare Armagnacs.
Many significant events happened in 1943, including:
The Battle of Stalingrad
The Soviet Union encircled 22 German divisions, killing 175,000 and capturing 137,650. The battle ended in February.
The Allied invasion of Sicily
The U.S. Army 45th Infantry Division and Allied paratroopers landed on the island of Sicily, marking the beginning of the Allied invasion of Axis-controlled Europe.
The Tehran Conference
The leaders of the U.S., Britain, and the Soviet Union met to discuss postwar plans for Europe. The U.S. and the Soviet Union agreed to open a second front in France by spring 1944.
The establishment of the United Nations Relief and Rehabilitation Administration
This organization was created to provide economic assistance to European nations and aid refugees.
The Harlem race riot
A riot occurred in Harlem on August 1–2, 1943, after a white police officer shot an African American soldier.
The discovery of LSD
The hallucinogenic effects of LSD were discovered on April 16, 1943.
The Warsaw Ghetto Uprising
The uprising began on April 19, 1943 and ended on May 16, 1943.
Bottle Size: All bottles are 750ML unless otherwise noted.
21 and Over: Adult Signature Required
