54,5°
Distillery : Bruichladdich - Islay
Ex-Bourbon Casks and Pomerol Wine Finish
Original Bottling
Limited Edition
Single Malt
Bottled in 2023
Unchillfiltered, Uncoloured, Cask Strength
Peated around 40 ppm
Here is the sixth edition of the Cask Exploration Series. Made with Concerto barley, it was first matured in Bourbon casks for 4 years, then it followed a second maturation in Pomerol casks, one of the most famous appellations in the Bordeaux region. This second maturation is longer than the first and lasted 5 years. The spirit was bottled in March 2023.
Let's Taste It :
From the very first nose, well-controlled vinous fragrances, noble wood, blueberries and ripe pears. Thick, oily peat, liquorice, melting caramel. Fermented grapes, plums, chocolate ash, tinder, heather. If's slightly syrupy on the palate, red fruits, blackcurrants, redcurrants, bananas, with a thick layer of peat, ash and charcoal. The spices are lively, cloves, pepper and nutmeg. The finish is violent, punchy but not aggressive, with charred wood, burnt toffee, dried figs and roots. Damp earth.
In Short,
It's not the best of the series, the wine barrels overpower the rest a little and the balance isn't perfect. But it's very enjoyable anyway, especially the finish, which is very well mastered despite the violence. The price is a bit high, so it's best reserved for fans, which is why I've got one.
Score : 88
To Be Listened While Sipping :
pg.lost - Suffering
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