Domaine du Cardinat

Nestled in Sarragachies in the heart of Bas‑Armagnac, Domaine du Cardinat has been family-owned since the late 19th century. Founded by Joseph Lalanne, the estate passed to his son Camille in 1935, who began planting vines and led the domaine for over 70 years, selling mostly by word of mouth.

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Today, the modest 5-hectare estate is managed by Camille’s daughter Patricia Singh and her husband Malkeet Singh. Returning home from a corporate career in the late 2000s, Patricia now oversees vineyard operations, while Malkeet manages the cellar. Their focus is on precision and stewardship at every stage of production.

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All grapes are estate-grown and distilled on-site using a traditional mobile alembic still. Each single-vintage Armagnac begins aging in new oak before transitioning to older barrels, with detailed attention given to the development of each eau-de-vie. Annual production is extremely limited—only about five barrels—allowing for total control and artisanal care.

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Patricia and Malkeet personally manage every step, from harvest to bottling. Domaine du Cardinat’s releases reflect generations of tradition, small-scale craftsmanship, and a deep respect for the terroir of Bas‑Armagnac.