Question

Which of the following statements about Armagnac is NOT true?

1) Armagnac is rarely sold using a vintage date
2) Armagnac usually takes longer to age than Cognac
3) Armagnac starts at a higher alcoholic strength than Cognac
4) An Armagnac could qualify as XO after only five years aging

Answer 1

Armagnac could not qualify as XO after only five years of aging.

Step-by-step explanation:

The statement that Armagnac could qualify as XO after only five years of aging is NOT true.

Armagnac is a type of brandy produced in the Armagnac region of France. To be labeled as XO (Extra Old), Armagnac must be aged for at least six years. This is longer than the aging requirement for Cognac which is only two years.

Additionally, Armagnac does not start at a higher alcoholic strength than Cognac. Both Armagnac and Cognac usually begin their aging process at a similar alcoholic strength.