Château du Busca, an ancient estate in Armagnac, is renowned for its historical significance and architectural beauty. The château, built by a Condom lawyer family in 1649, stands atop a hill and incorporates remnants of an 11th-century fortified castle and a transformed church. The chapel, with a 17th-century entrance, houses tombs of the founders and current owners beneath its altar. The château itself has been meticulously restored in the style of King Louis XIV, with subsequent additions during the reigns of Louis XV and Louis XVI. The De Ferron family, noble owners since 1806, continue to manage the estate, which spans 495 acres. Although the original distillery remains, a traveling distiller now processes the wines starting in December until completion. The barrels used for aging the wines are made from oak sourced locally. The Tenarèze region, in comparison to Bas Armagnac, is smaller yet distinct with its unique characteristics. The limestone and clay soils with a thin topsoil resemble those found in Cognac's Grande Champagne. The best grapes for this region are naturally Ugni Blanc, resulting in light and delicate wines with high acidity. Due to the region's specific conditions, the eaux-de-vie require extended aging, typically 20 years in oak, to reach full maturity. The Armagnac from Château du Busca offers a delightful aroma of orange peel, toasted marshmallow, funnel cake, and warm baking spices. The palate is soft and elegant, with notes of orange marmalade, dried orange, caramel, funnel cake, dried dough, and sandalwood.