Armagnac 1999 – Bouteilles Millésimées

Armagnac 1999 – Vintage Bottles

Armagnac 1999 – 27 Years Old, Born the Year of The Matrix, Man United's Treble, and the Euro

The Matrix revolutionized cinema, Solskjaer scored in the 90+3rd minute for the treble, Britney exploded onto the scene, and the euro was born. Our 1999 Armagnacs, after 27 years of aging in Gascon oak barrels, were born in the last year of the millennium – the ideal 27th birthday gift.

1999 Armagnac: born in the year of The Matrix, Manchester United’s treble, and the birth of the euro

1999 - the last year of the millennium, filled with founding events. The Wachowskis' The Matrix was released in March and revolutionized world cinema: bullet time, black trench coats, red or blue pills - a visual and philosophical revolution that redefined science fiction. Sam Mendes' American Beauty won 5 Oscars. On May 26 at the Camp Nou, Manchester United was trailing 1-0 to Bayern Munich in the Champions League final. In the 91st minute, Sheringham equalized. In the 93rd, Solskjaer scored with his heel: an absolutely incredible triumph, a historic treble for the Red Devils including the Premier League and the FA Cup. On the airwaves, a 17-year-old teenager exploded onto the scene in a schoolgirl outfit: Britney Spears' Baby One More Time became one of the greatest debuts in pop history. Cher invented mainstream Auto-Tune with Believe. On January 1, the euro came into force as the single European currency - a historic economic revolution for 11 countries. The world was paralyzed by the fear of the Y2K bug, which ultimately proved to be without consequences. In Gascony, the vineyard produced a fruity and expressive vintage. After 27 years of aging in Gascon oak barrels, 1999 Armagnacs offer a young and accessible aromatic profile: fresh fruit, flowers, light spices, and budding vanilla. A vintage full of vitality.

Our 1999 Armagnac selection

  • Darroze - fruity and floral expression of the 1999 Bas-Armagnac
  • Jean Cave - 1999 Cask Strength, Gascon freshness and authenticity
  • Clés des Ducs - our 1999 Armagnac, available on Cap Vintage
  • Marcel Trépout - our 1999 Armagnac, available on Cap Vintage
  • Domaine Puig-Parahy - our 1999 Rivesaltes, available on Cap Vintage

All our bottles are shipped in secure packaging within 48 hours, with the option to add a personalized gift box.

Why give a 1999 Armagnac as a gift?

A 1999 vintage Armagnac is the ideal birthday gift to celebrate 27 years. Born in the last year of the millennium, the year of The Matrix, the Man United treble, and the birth of the euro, this fruity and accessible vintage is an original gift loaded with history for the millennial generation.

What is the price of a 1999 Armagnac?

Generally expect to pay between 55 and 120 euros for a 70cl bottle after 27 years of aging, depending on the producer.

Does a 1999 Armagnac continue to age in the bottle?

No. Armagnac does not evolve once it is bottled. The 27 years refer exclusively to the aging in Gascon oak barrels.

Is 1999 Armagnac still available?

Yes, Cap Vintage has 1999 Armagnac bottles in stock. Order now to celebrate this end-of-millennium anniversary.