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12th Century - Guasch Family Roots
The Guasch family, owners of the Baron de Sigognac estate today, have roots in Gascony going back to the 1100s, suggesting generations long involved in regional viticulture and landholding.
Pre‑20th Century - Armagnac Tradition in Gascony
While records are sparse, Armagnac distillation in the region dates back many centuries as part of Gascony’s agricultural tradition, with the Bas‑Armagnac terroir recognised for quality eaux‑de‑vie long before modern branding.
1974 - Chateau de Bordeneuve Acquisition
The Guasch family acquired Chateau de Bordeneuve, their base in the Bas‑Armagnac appellation, in 1974, establishing the modern centre of production for Baron de Sigognac Armagnac.
Late 20th Century - Traditional Distillation Preserved
Throughout the late 1900s, the family maintained traditional Armagnac distillation methods, including the use of an historic short column alembic still, now approaching a century old and still in use at the estate. This reflects a commitment to heritage processes over industrial techniques.
1990s-2000s - Expansion of Range & Vintage Releases
Over recent decades Baron de Sigognac added a broader range of age‑statement bottlings (VS, VSOP, 10, 20+ year expressions) and vintage Armagnacs (e.g., 1926, 1948, 1965), cementing its reputation among collectors and connoisseurs.
2010s-Present - Awards & Recognition
In the late 2010s and early 2020s, Baron de Sigognac won multiple industry awards - including “Craft Armagnac Producer of the Year” - helping raise its profile internationally.
