Who hasn't heard of the chef Jean Darroze? An emblematic figure of Landes gastronomy, this south-western chef has passed on his passion for cooking, fine wine, and local spirits to his son Francis Darroze. The latter quickly developed a sophisticated palate and, from the 1950s, began searching for lesser well-known Armagnacs. This project went so well that, in the 1970s, he had a cellar dedicated to ageing built. Next in line was his son, Marc, who continued this tradition of seeking liquid gold – this collection is now available at iDealwine.

There are many opportunities to taste Domaine de Busquet’s Bas-Armagnac, but each one promises a unique moment. Its intensely golden colour reveals a particularly expressive aromatic bouquet. There are notes of vanilla, nuts, and dried fruits like currants and prunes, as well as cacao and leather. Persistent and powerful, it will pair nicely with characterful dishes like refined charcuterie or foie gras.