Typically aged for decades, Armagnac is a grape spirit closely related to Cognac, the major difference being its use of a column distillation process in contrast with the twice pot still distillation technique used to produce Cognac. Armagnac is often manufactured at a lower alcohol level than Cognac, which is one of the reasons why connoisseurs prefer to enjoy its sublime smoothness. A highly sought-after and extremely elusive spirit, for collectors of the rarest and most respected spirits, Armagnac should sit near the top of the list.