Review #755; Brandy #23: L’encantada XO 2.0

This is a series of blends of Armagnac, selected and bottled by PM Spirits. This is the 2nd release in the series and is a blend of 5 casks ranging in age from 22-35 years old.

Domaine Lassalle 1990

Domaine Lassalle 1984

Domaine Del Cassou 1985

Domaine Amblat 1988

Domaine Bellair 1997

After blending, it is bottled at cask strength with no additives.

ABV: 44.6%

Nose: Figs, Raisins, Nutmeg, Orange Peel, Tannins, Leather, Dark Chocolate.

Palate: Medium oily mouthfeel, Figs, Raisins, Nutmeg, Orange Peel, Tannins, Slight Dark Chocolate, Clove

Finish: Medium length finish, Dark Chocolate, Nutmeg, Raisins, Orange Peel, Figs, touch of leather

Rating: 7/10

This is a great blend of Armagnac. It hits a good balance of oak and fruit, though it leans towards the fruiter side of the spectrum to my palate. Big fruits with spice and oak make for a great introduction to the Armagnac style of spirit. Overall, a blend I would be quite happy to have on my shelf. In addition, things that are Cask Strength but low abv really hit the spot.

1 | Disgusting | So bad I poured it out.

2 | Poor | I wouldn’t consume by choice.

3 | Bad | Multiple flaws.

4 | Sub-par | Not bad, but better exists.

5 | Good | Good, just fine.

6 | Very Good | A cut above.

7 | Great | Well above average

8 | Excellent | Really quite exceptional.

9 | Incredible | An all time favorite

10 | Perfect | Perfect


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