Discreet yet iconic among the great Bas-Armagnacs, the Hontambère estate represents the very essence of Gascon savoir-faire. Each cask tells its own story, shaped by time, oak, and the humid air of its historic cellars.
The 1982 vintage, aged for 43 years in the Pouchégu cellar, stands out for its depth and refinement. This unique barrel, bottled exclusively for Clos des Spiritueux, captures the full identity of Hontambère: controlled power, silky texture, and aromatic intensity. Aged in local Gascon oak, it displays a deep amber robe with mahogany reflections. The nose opens on dried fruits, apricot, walnut, and noble rancio, followed by delicate hints of tobacco, cocoa, beeswax, and soft spices. On the palate, it is smooth and expansive, perfectly balanced by fine acidity and subtle tension. The finish is long and persistent, revealing notes of precious wood, orange zest, and polished rancio.
This Clos des Spiritueux exclusive bottling reflects the house’s philosophy: to select rare casks of true personality, bottled without compromise. A collector’s Armagnac, rare and timeless — to savour slowly or preserve as a piece of liquid history.