Discover the exceptional craftsmanship of Armagnac Garreau 1974, a rare and exclusive vintage that has been carefully aged for nearly five decades. This extraordinary Armagnac, distilled in 1974 and bottled in 2024, is a testament to the art of traditional Armagnac production.

Type: Armagnac
Armagnac House: Garreau
Region: Bas Armagnac, France
Cask #6
Distilled: 1974
Bottled: 2024 
Grapes: Baco 
Still: Continuous column
Maturation: over 49 years in used Gascon oak barrel
Cellar: Wet Bottled at cask strength
Unaltered, unfiltered, no additives. 
Bottled by Distilia
Exclusively for Catawiki
Strength: 47,9%
Size: 700ml

This exceptional Armagnac is bottled at cask strength, preserving its full character and complexity. After maturing for over 49 years it has developed rich and nuanced flavors that reflect the history and tradition of the renowned Garreau estate in Bas Armagnac.

The slow aging process in a used Gascon oak barrel has imparted deep, layered notes, creating a remarkable balance of flavors. The spirit is bottled without any filtration or additives, maintaining its pure, unadulterated nature.

Bottled by Distilia exclusively for Catawiki, this limited-edition release is a rare opportunity to experience a piece of French history in every sip.

Exclusively available through Catawiki auctions.

A family-owned business, located in theheart of Bas-Armagnac near the magnificent medieval town from the 13th century, Labastide d’Armagnac, managed by Carole Garreau, representing the fourth generation. The vineyard was established in 1919 by her great-grandfather. Currently, Château Garreau, also known as the Gayrosse estate, stretches over more than 82 hectares and spans the departments of Landes and Gers, featuring the so-called “pale sands” (sable fauves), highly prized by Armagnac producers. Some parts of the land consist of oak forests and ponds, with 27 hectares dedicated to Armagnac vineyards. The family owns over a century-old cellar where barrels of eau-de-vie are stored. They possess two old stills, dating back to 1919 and 1932.

Château Garreau also houses a small museum, Ecomusée de l’Armagnac, showcasing old machinery and a collection of vintage bottles. They produce Blanche Armagnac, floc de Gascogne, and boast a very rich selection of Armagnacs – blends and vintages, with the oldest dating back to 1982.