armagnac

noun

Meaning

A distinctive type of brandy distilled from wine made in the Armagnac region of southwest France.

Examples

  • The connoisseur preferred an aged armagnac over a standard cognac for its deeper, earthier flavor profile.
  • Local producers in Gascony have been crafting armagnac using traditional column stills for centuries.

Synonyms: brandy, spirit, cognac, eau-de-vie