Armagnac-Ténarèze
Domaine du Carpoulat
A Ténarèze estate near Fourcès with clay-limestone soils, traditional methods, and a carefully preserved library of old casks.
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Estate story
Located in Fources, a medieval bastide village, Domaine du Carpoulat is a sprawling vineyard in the Ténarèze region of Gascony. This region is known for its clay-limestone soils that contribute to the full-bodied character of its Armagnacs.
In the early 1970s, Yves Duflo, a former banana plantation manager from the Caribbean, purchased the property and under his ownership, the estate began producing Armagnac. Duflo's dedication to quality was evident in his decision to retain older Armagnac barrels rather than sell them to eager buyers. This practice allowed the estate to develop a unique and rich inventory of aged spirits over time.
In the mid-1990s, Duflo hired Jean-Jacques Bordes as cellar master. Following Duflo's passing, Bordes continued to manage the estate until his retirement in 2024, when he passed the responsibility to his son, Florient. Florient now resides on the property with his family, demonstrating a deep commitment to the estate's legacy.
Domaine du Carpoulat's Armagnac production is characterized by traditional methods, with a focus on preserving the unique characteristics of the Ténarèze terroir. The Bordes family's extensive knowledge and passion for Armagnac production have deeply influenced the estate's quality and history over the decades.