History

Founded in 1935, Armagnac Veuve Goudoulin stands as a leading brand within the Armagnac category and upholds a long tradition of finesse and quality. According to the company's presentation, Armagnacs Goudoulin derives its authenticity from the leadership of a strong female figure: Jeanne Goudoulin became a widow in 1927 and ran the region for more than 40 years. In 2009 Michel Miclo, owner of Distillerie Miclo, purchased this gem, and this purchase marked the beginning of a partnership between two artisanal houses, which later gave birth to a unique whisky project under Veuve Goudoulin.

Production / Manufacturing

According to the distillery's description, there is a long tradition of Alsatian distilling craft spanning three generations. The whisky component is characterized by wood contact and aging in Gascon-style casks. A key detail in some of the whisky interpretations is that the whisky matures in the same casks that previously held Bas Armagnac (100% Folle Blanche). This wood contact contributes to the final aroma profile. Additionally, in relation to the gin side, it is described that in their associated process finishing in French oak barrels that previously contained Bas-Armagnac is involved, illustrating the house's focus on the influence of wood on flavor.

Whisky Series

Whisky Single Malt Veuve Goudoulin

• Alcohol: 43.2% vol.
• Tasting note: The nose offers delicate biscuity notes of fig and almond with a caramelized trace in the background. The palate develops into a soft, long mouthfeel and a finish with a pleasant croustade-like Armagnac note.

Whisky Single Malt Tourbé Veuve Goudoulin

• Alcohol: 43.2% vol.
• Tasting note: The nose shows freshness and complexity, with a base of juniper and orange zest, six spices, citrusy and peppery notes and a light camphor. The palate is restrained and barrel-inspired; the spices come forward clearly with citrus and a finish with notes of grain, ending with vanilla.

Edition 2024: Whisky Single Malt Tourbé (Les SENS DES BOIS)

• Edition: 2024, peated edition in the series ’LES SENS DES BOIS’.
• Alcohol: 44.4% vol.
• Size: 700 ml
• Bottles available: 692
• Tasting note: Coppery reflections in the glass; aromas of chopped almonds and cooked fruits, a balanced peat, a smooth mouthfeel with spices and roasted grains; a finish with burnt bread and grain.

Esprit Gascon

• Esprit Gascon is a gift set containing two bottles of single malt whisky – one standard single malt and one tourbé version – each at 20 cl (for a total of two bottles in the box).