{"title":"Jean Cavé","description":"\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1883 in Lannepax, Maison Jean Cavé embodies the purest tradition of Bas-Armagnac. Thanks to four generations of master distillers, the cellar guards a unique stock of rare old vintages. Every step, from distillation to bottling, is carried out by hand while respecting historical Gascon methods. The result is a range of spirits of the highest prestige recognized all over the world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"vieil-armagnac-jean-cave-millesime-1956","title":"Jean Cavé Vintage Armagnac 1956 AOC 40% 70cl in a wooden box","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bas-Armagnac, Gascony, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ugni Blanc, Baco Blanc, Colombard, Folle Blanche\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep, dark amber, with mahogany reflections and intense copper highlights acquired during decades of aging in wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complex and aristocratic, dominated by mature notes of dried plum, candied orange peel, leather, sweet tobacco, and the characteristic \"rancio\" nuance typical of very long aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sumptuous, warm, and velvety. The entry on the palate is powerful yet incredibly harmonious, with a return of sweet spices, bitter cocoa, and toasted wood. Infinite and extremely clean finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol content:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-20°C (serve in a balloon or tulip glass, warming the glass exclusively with the palm of your hand)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e A pure meditation spirit. It pairs perfectly with extra dark chocolate or a structured cigar, but expresses its best when enjoyed on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerroir:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Maison's vineyards sit on Gascon soils known as \"sables fauves,\" composed of quartz sands rich in iron oxides that give the spirit its typical finesse, roundness, and aromatic elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistillation: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe process differs from wine production: the grapes undergo natural pressing and fermentation without sulfites; this is followed by artisanal continuous distillation in the traditional copper Armagnac still. The liquid is then aged for decades in 400-liter Gascon oak barrels, until the moment it is transferred to glass demijohns (\"bonbonnes\") to preserve its evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Jean Cavé Millésime 1956 Armagnac is a piece of liquid history from Gascony, kept within the historic cellars of Lannepax founded in 1883. This vintage represents an absolute rarity, a testament to the craftsmanship of the mid-twentieth century. Each individual bottle is packaged and labeled by hand upon request, guaranteeing the authenticity and controlled origin of a spirit that has spanned nearly seventy years of history. The combination of the sandy soils of Bas-Armagnac and the infinite rest in local wood has forged a work of art for collectors and experts worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e AOC Armagnac (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spirit \/ Armagnac\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens:\u003c\/strong\u003e No added sulfites (Absent following distillation)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhilosophy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated production (Artisanal and traditional management of the vineyard and distillation)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: Product images are for illustrative purposes only; the label design or bottle shape may vary depending on the vintage or winery restyling. The shipment of the order is guaranteed, and purely aesthetic differences do not entitle the customer to a free return (more details on the Terms and Conditions page).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jean Cavé","offers":[{"title":"1956 \/ 70 cl","offer_id":58132866335068,"sku":null,"price":1000.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0857\/0617\/8908\/files\/JeanCave.jpg?v=1782298612"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0857\/0617\/8908\/collections\/Jean_Cave_Tivinum_1000px.jpg?v=1782310948","url":"https:\/\/www.tivinum.ch\/en\/collections\/jean-cave.oembed","provider":"Tivinum","version":"1.0","type":"link"}