Description
THE GLENALLACHIE SAUTERNES WINE CASK 12Y 70CL
The GlenAllachie 12-Year-Old Sauternes Wine Cask Finish offers an exquisite tasting experience, highlighting the craft of cask finishing. This single malt begins its life with over a decade of maturation in American oak barrels, before undergoing a final finishing period in casks that once held Sauternes wine. Sauternes, a French dessert wine made from grapes affected by noble rot, brings a naturally sweet profile that complements the whisky’s robust malt character.
Bottled at 48% ABV, the whisky is presented without chill filtration and with no added coloring, preserving its natural qualities.
Tasting Notes
Firstly, on the nose, the GlenAllachie Sauternes Cask Finish reveals a tantalizing bouquet of honeycomb, butterscotch, and toffee sauce. Notes of crystallized ginger, mocha, and ripe peaches further enhance the complexity. Tropical fruits, such as pineapple, and subtle citrus elements like lemon zest, add to the inviting aroma, while a pinch of cinnamon spice lingers in the background.
Then, the palate is equally captivating. Rich, vibrant flavors of peach and pear shine through, balanced by freshly baked pastries with crunchy brown sugar. Waxy citrus peels add a refreshing twist, while the Sauternes influence introduces honeyed sweetness, enhancing the fruitiness. The whisky feels velvety and smooth, with hints of nutmeg and a light spiciness.
Finally, on the finish, the flavors persist. Lingering grapefruit and honeycomb provide a refreshing, bittersweet conclusion. The Sauternes wine cask imparts a delicate complexity, layering fruity sweetness with a touch of spice. This 12-year-old whisky showcases the harmonious marriage of GlenAllachie’s signature malt and the distinctive characteristics of Sauternes.
As part of GlenAllachie’s Wine Cask Series, this expression offers a rare and delicious twist on the distillery’s style, making it a standout choice for those seeking depth, sweetness, and complexity in their whisky.
