ABV 40%
Armenian brandy remains a product made from Armenian varietals following a regulated production method. Only local grape varieties are used based on the unique microclimate of the Ararat Valley. These include special endemic varietals that are no longer planted outside of Armenia (survivors of the phylloxera epidemics). In all, there are about 13 such varieties, with the main ones being Voskehat, Garan Dmak and Kangun. Once harvested, the grapes are loaded in special horizontal screw presses where berries are pressed in a very gentle way to avoid causing damage to seeds. Different varieties do not get mixed.
Double steam distillation preserves the flavour and aroma of the grapes, while the ageing of the brandies is done exclusively in oak barrels. In 2002 the factory rebuilt its own cooperage. The local Armenian oak species which is used has a rather tight grain and is virtually devoid of pores. The trees are at least 70 years old when they're harvested, and only the middle part of the tree is used. The oak imparts its natural flavours and aromas of dried fruits, spices, vanilla and chocolate. Filtered spring water from the Katnakhpiur source is used during blending. Just prior to bottling the brandy is chilled and then filtered twice.
The 15 Year old is labelled ''Vaspurakan'' (Armenian for “noble country") . It refers to one of the historical sovereign principalities of Greater Armenia in the 9th century that owed its prosperity to the ruling Artsruni dynasty. In ancient times Vaspurakan was considered the Promised Land and a paradise on earth. The Vaspurakan princes were among the greatest architects of their time: in a very short time, they built 10 cities, thousands of castles, citadels and churches.
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