Anthema Spirits Anthema de Sable Bas Armagnac XO 70cl

Anthema de Sable Bas Armagnac XO is the house’s deeper, darker expression, designed to show that mature Armagnac can be both powerful and fresh. Anthema says this blend was created to break the codes: unmistakably Armagnac, yet marked by unusual freshness and minerality. Presented as the black XO in the range, it balances Gascon pride with a contemporary identity and is bottled at 43% ABV in a 70cl format. It is listed by the house as a product of France. The tasting profile is precise. Leather and tobacco lead on the nose, while the palate develops rancio and spice before a long finish of menthol, eucalyptus and cigar-box character. Anthema adds that the spirit still carries the house floral and fruity signature. DrinksOne’s retailer notes align closely, describing an elegant nose of leather and tobacco, a fresh and mineral palate, and an everlasting finish with menthol and eucalyptus. The blend is confirmed as 70% Baco and 30% Ugni Blanc. Its sense of place matters. Anthema says the grapes for its Armagnacs are sourced from the best plots in the heart of Gers, on the border of Bas-Armagnac and Ténarèze, before single continuous distillation in a copper column still during the winter months. The house also emphasises additive-free production, bespoke maturation and slow ageing in mainly second- or third-passage black oak casks. Under Armagnac rules, XO means the youngest eau-de-vie in the blend has been aged for at least ten years. The wider house story begins with Louis-Marie de Castelbajac’s return to Gascon roots, with Château de Loubersan presented as the birthplace of Anthema. For serving, enjoy it after dinner or alongside charcuterie, smoked duck breast, porcini mushroom omelette, blue cheese, lemon tart or pear charlotte. Anthema also states that Ortolan became Anthema while keeping the same spirit inside, and under that earlier Ortolan name de Sable XO won IWSC Spirit Gold Outstanding 2024 and received 98 points from Club Oenologique. Enjoy responsibly. Directions Enjoy after dinner or alongside charcuterie, smoked duck breast, porcini mushroom omelette, blue cheese, lemon tart or pear charlotte. These savoury and zesty pairings complement the XO’s freshness, depth and menthol lift Manufacturer Contact Information Anthema Spirits