48,2°
Distillery : Bunnahabhain - Islay
Oloroso Sherry Casks
Independent Bottling
By Signatory Vintage
Limited Edition
Single Malt
Bottled in 2024
Undhillfiltered, Uncoloured
Almost Unpeated
With the Small Batch range, Signatory Vintage offers relatively young bottlings aged in small Sherry casks. There are two Small Batch series, the first was released between 2018 and 2022, with a total of 12 expressions numbered from 1 to 12; the second was released between 2023 and 2024, again with a total of 12 expressions numbered from 1 to 12, all reduced to 48.2°. This Bunnahabhain is number 7 in the second series. It is a special bottling for the German distributor Kirsch Whisky Serviice Gmbh, but can apparently be found throughout Western Europe. No details are available on the number of bottles produced or the number of casks used.
Let's Taste It :
First of all, quite pronounced maritime fragrances of iodine, sea spray, seaweed and kelp. Then there's the typical smoothness of Oloroso, with red fruit coulis, soft caramel, dark chocolate, tobacco and spices. It's well done, but lacks a little complexity. On the palate, it's unctuous, fondant with caramel, liquid honey, a hint of vanilla, some blackberries and gooseberries, light spices. The finish is fairly long but not very explosive, with light tobacco, coffee and dark chocolate pralines, truffles and cloves.
In Short,
The Sherry is very present, but does not hide the identity of the distillery. So it's a success, it's just a shame it's reduced. The price is right if you go to the right shops, a purchase would be wise for enthusiasts.
Score : 87
To Be Listened While Sipping :
Luther 'Badman' Keith - Cream in your Coffee
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