Domaine du Carpoulat “OADE Magic”Ténarèze
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- Producer
- Domaine du Carpoulat
- Region
- Ténarèze
- Vintage
- 1982
- Age
- 42 years
- Cask
- 116
- Strength
- 115.2 Proof / 57.6% ABV
Description
Black Bourbon Run (BBR) has been known to provide exposure and priority access of premium, privately-selected whiskies to its community. Now, BBR ventures outside of the world of grains and brings forth an OADE Armagnac, privately-selected in the most magical city in the world, Orlando. With this, bourbon lovers will experience our bridge into the world of distilled grapes.
Tasting notes
- Nose
- Sugary dried Tropical Fruits, Fruit Roll-up, Allspice, and a touch of Dark Chocolate
- Palate
- Thick and mouthcoating, cooked brown sugar, Champaign Mangos, Del Monte Fruit Cups, and some well integrated heat
- Finish
- Mixed Tropical Fruits continue and transition to unmistakable notes of rich toasted oak and mixed bark spices
The producer
Domaine du Carpoulat
Located in Fources, a medieval bastide village, Domaine du Carpoulat is a sprawling vineyard in the Ténarèze region of Gascony. This region is known for its clay-limestone soils that contribute to the full-bodied character of its Armagnacs.
In the early 1970s, Yves Duflo, a former banana plantation manager from the Caribbean, purchased the property and under his ownership, the estate began producing Armagnac. Duflo's dedication to quality was evident in his decision to retain older Armagnac barrels rather than sell them to eager buyers. This practice allowed the estate to develop a unique and rich inventory of aged spirits over time.
In the mid-1990s, Duflo hired Jean-Jacques Bordes as cellar master. Following Duflo's passing, Bordes continued to manage the estate until his retirement in 2024, when he passed the responsibility to his son, Florient. Florient now resides on the property with his family, demonstrating a deep commitment to the estate's legacy.
Domaine du Carpoulat's Armagnac production is characterized by traditional methods, with a focus on preserving the unique characteristics of the Ténarèze terroir. The Bordes family's extensive knowledge and passion for Armagnac production have deeply influenced the estate's quality and history over the decades.
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What vintage is Domaine du Carpoulat “OADE Magic”?
Domaine du Carpoulat “OADE Magic” is a 1982 vintage from Ténarèze, listed at 42 years old. The vintage is the harvest year the eau-de-vie was distilled from, so it was harvested in 1982 and spent 42 years in barrel before it was transitioned into a demijohn or bottled.
What does Domaine du Carpoulat “OADE Magic” taste like?
Nose: Sugary dried Tropical Fruits, Fruit Roll-up, Allspice, and a touch of Dark Chocolate. Palate: Thick and mouthcoating, cooked brown sugar, Champaign Mangos, Del Monte Fruit Cups, and some well integrated heat. Finish: Mixed Tropical Fruits continue and transition to unmistakable notes of rich toasted oak and mixed bark spices.
What proof is Domaine du Carpoulat “OADE Magic”?
Domaine du Carpoulat “OADE Magic” is bottled at 115.2 proof (57.6% ABV), 17.6 points above the 40% ABV minimum for Armagnac.
Who made Domaine du Carpoulat “OADE Magic”?
Domaine du Carpoulat distilled and matured “OADE Magic” in Ténarèze. Other OADE releases from Domaine du Carpoulat include “Serendipity” (1985) and “Duflo's Treasure” (1974). Read more about Domaine du Carpoulat on the producer page.
What does Ténarèze on the label of Domaine du Carpoulat “OADE Magic” mean?
It names where Domaine du Carpoulat “OADE Magic” was made. Ténarèze, officially Armagnac-Ténarèze, is one of the three geographic denominations within the Armagnac appellation, alongside Bas-Armagnac and Haut-Armagnac. Official regional material describes Ténarèze eaux-de-vie as generally fuller-bodied and able to reach their peak after long aging, though producer, grape, cask and vintage shape a bottle as much as its region. Read more in our guide to the Armagnac regions.
What does cask 116 mean for Domaine du Carpoulat “OADE Magic”?
Domaine du Carpoulat “OADE Magic” was drawn from cask 116 at Domaine du Carpoulat. A numbered single cask is a finite run, so once it sells through the same bottling will not be repeated.
How much does it cost to ship Domaine du Carpoulat “OADE Magic”?
Domaine du Carpoulat “OADE Magic” ships at a flat rate of $19.99 for any order of one to six bottles, so it can ship with up to five other bottles for the same price. Merchandise-only orders ship for $12.99. Full terms are in the shipping policy.
How should I store Domaine du Carpoulat “OADE Magic”?
Keep Domaine du Carpoulat “OADE Magic” upright in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight and heat. Sealed bottles should keep indefinitely as long as stored in the proper conditions. An opened bottle is at its best over the following year or two, and once the fill level goes below 1/2 it is best to finish within the coming months or transition liquid to a smaller bottle to avoid potential oxidation.