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Château de Millet

Location Eauze, Gers
Appellation Bas-Armagnac

Château de Millet dèche, a wine icon in the heart of Eauze in the Gers, celebrates five generations of family history, perpetuating the winemaking tradition from father to daughter. Under the leadership of Francis and Lydie Dèche, and now their daughter Laurence, the estate is committed to an exemplary quality approach.

Located in Gascony, in the heart of the prestigious Armagnac region, Château de Millet covers 80 hectares of vines. These lands, once dedicated to mixed farming and Armagnac production, now offer exceptional Côtes de Gascogne "Domaine de Millet" wines.

Perched on the lush hills north-west of Eauze, the vines sink their roots into sandy-clay soils and the emblematic "tawny sands". This unique "Bas-Armagnac" terroir is renowned for its refined, fruity eaux-de-vie.

Acquired by the Dubos family in 1890, the estate's history has been shaped over the decades. From Robert Dèche, who breathed new life into the estate in 1938, to Francis Dèche, who introduced cattle rearing and extended the vineyard in the 1970s, each generation has contributed to its development.

1991 marked a crucial stage with the creation of the EARL du Château de Millet, followed by the introduction of Laurence Dèche in 2002, boosting the marketing of the wines in France and abroad. The estate's philosophy is also oriented towards environmentally-friendly viticultural practices, crowned by HVE 3 certification in 2018.

Grape varieties: Baco (the preferred variety for distillation), together with Colombard, Ugni Blanc, Gros Manseng, Chardonnay, Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet for the estate's other productions
Distillation: A continuously operating armagnacais still, used for the distillation of selected Baco wines, carried out during the first fortnight of December

Château de Millet vintages

27 vintages from 1974 to 2006, each linked to its bottle.

Our merchant's guide

Château de Millet

Château de Millet armagnac: our selection in the shop

At Château de Millet, armagnac is first and foremost a matter of harvest years. Our selection brings together two blends and a long series of vintages, from 1974 to 2006, most of them offered in three bottle sizes. Plenty to choose from depending on the occasion, your taste and the number of guests.

The VSOP and the hors d'âge

The VSOP is the entry point to the range: a young, supple and fruity Bas-Armagnac, to enjoy after dinner or in a cocktail. The hors d'âge offers more depth, with notes of candied fruit and mellow oak. To compare with other producers, see also our selection of VSOP armagnacs.

The vintages, from 1974 to 2006

Each vintage bottle comes from a single harvest, distilled and then aged separately. Every year in our selection is bottled at 42% vol.

The 1970s: every year from 1974 to 1979, including 1976;
The 1980s: 1980, 1981, 1982, 1985, 1986, 1987 and 1989;
The 1990s: 1990, 1993, 1994, 1996, 1997, 1998 and 1999;
The 2000s: every year from 2000 to 2006, including 2006; the 2000 Bas-Armagnac opens the new century.

This depth of cellar makes the estate a valuable address for giving the armagnac of a birth year, a wedding or an anniversary. To widen your search to other houses, browse our vintage armagnacs, year by year.

70 cl, magnum or pot gascon

Most years are available in 70 cl, in a 150 cl magnum and in the 250 cl pot gascon, the region's traditional flask. The magnum and the pot gascon are perfect for a large gathering, a festive meal or a gift that makes an impression.

A wine estate north-west of Eauze

Château de Millet stretches across the hills north-west of Eauze (32800), in the Gers, at the heart of the Bas-Armagnac appellation. The owners, passing it down from father to daughter, have been growing vines here since the late 19th century, and their daughter Laurence now develops sales of the wines and eaux-de-vie in France and abroad.

Across its 80 hectares, the vineyard produces more than armagnac. It also makes Côtes de Gascogne country wines, under the Domaine de Millet name, from grape varieties such as colombard, ugni blanc and gros manseng, as well as a Gascon aperitif; discover our selection of Floc de Gascogne. The estate has been certified High Environmental Value (HVE 3) since 2018.

Sables fauves, baco and armagnac production

The vines sink their roots into sandy-clay soils, the famous sables fauves (tawny sands) of Bas-Armagnac, a terroir renowned for fine, fruity eaux-de-vie. For its armagnac, the grower favours baco, a white grape variety that expresses a characteristic roundness and softness on these soils, while colombard and ugni blanc are mainly used for the wines.

Every year, during the first half of December, the selected baco wines are distilled in a continuous armagnac still, following the region's traditional method. The eau-de-vie then goes on to age in oak casks, where it takes on its amber colour and its aromas, until it is bottled, year by year.

How to choose your Château de Millet armagnac

To discover the estate: the VSOP, round and fruity;
For a grand after-dinner drink: the hors d'âge or a year from the 1970s;
For a birthday gift: the year of birth, in 70 cl or in magnum;
For a celebration: the 250 cl pot gascon, set in the middle of the table;
To compare ages: a recent armagnac from the 2000s alongside an older one, a good way to sense the kind of evolution the cask brings.

Tasting notes and serving

On the nose, old baco armagnacs often offer aromas of prune, vanilla and sweet spice; the oldest add cocoa and rancio, for a more complex profile. On the palate, baco brings its roundness and a certain elegance, with a long, spicy finish. Serve this spirit at room temperature, in a tulip glass, and let it breathe for a few minutes before sipping it slowly. Once opened, the bottle keeps for several months stored upright, away from light.

Frequently asked questions about Château de Millet

Where is Château de Millet?

The estate is located north-west of Eauze (32800), in the Gers, in the heart of Bas-Armagnac. For the exact address, a visit or a tasting on site, please contact the property directly.

What does Château de Millet produce?

The estate produces armagnac, Floc de Gascogne and Côtes de Gascogne wines. On this page you will find its armagnacs: VSOP, hors d'âge and vintages from 1974 to 2006.

Which years are available?

The list above details the years on offer. Each product page also shows the bottle size: 70 cl, magnum or pot gascon.

How much does a Château de Millet armagnac cost?

It depends on the year and the bottle size. Each product on this page shows its price, so you can compare a 70 cl, a magnum and a pot gascon before buying.

Where can I buy Millet armagnac?

Right here on this page: choose your year and bottle size, then add it to your basket. Online orders are paid securely, and delivery is carefully handled, in France and across Europe, in packaging designed for spirits. A question before you check out? Our customer service team is happy to advise you.

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