Kilchoman Special Release Sauternes Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)
Volume: 700ml ABV: 50% Age: No Age Statement Country: Scotland
As one of Scotland’s smallest distilleries Kilchoman can claim that they perform every stage of the production process on-site. Taking water from the nearby Allt Gleann Osamail burn (stream) they produce approximately 120,000 litres of spirit a year. The spirit is then placed inside ex-Bourbon barrels from Buffalo Trace distillery in Kentucky, and first fill Oloroso Sherry hogsheads and butts from Miguel Martin, Jerez, Spain. They often use wine seasoned barrels and rum seasoned barrels in smaller batch releases. When Kilchoman was constructed it was the first new distillery on Islay in over 120 years. Not only a milestone for Islay but for the Scotch Malt Whisky Industry.
The Sauternes Cask Matured limited edition release has spent the full term of its maturation in ex-sauternes wine casks for a minimum of five years. Anthony Wills, Kilchoman Founder, selected a combination of fresh and refill sauternes barriques from multiple distillation years, to create the perfect balance of buttery sweetness, BBQ pineapple, candied ginger and floral peat smoke.
Our Tasting Notes
Nose: Creamy, buttery notes with ripe fruits, hints of salty air and subtle peat smoke
Palate: Butterscotch and floral notes combine with tropical and candied fruits with integrated peat smoke flowing throughout
Finish: Sweetness continues onto the finish, balanced with clean lingering smoke and a rich texture.
