Amber color with golden reflections, brilliant.
The classic expression of an 18-year-old Armagnac in this multifaceted nose. The aging process brings spices and rancio (walnut, undergrowth, honey, toasted bread). The initial fruitiness has evolved into prunes and fig jam. All of this creates a complex nose that evolves with aeration.
The present tannins remain round and well-integrated. The palate is rich, even opulent. This provides a natural sweetness around fruity aromas of citrus, honey, and jams.
Beautiful length.
TASTING NOTES
A classic expression of an 18 year old armagnac on the multifaceted nose where the initial fruit has given way to notes of prune, jam and figs, which mingle with rancio (walnuts, undergrowth, honey, toast) obtained through ageing. A complex nose which evolves with aeration. On the palate, this armagnac is rich, thanks to the rounded and subtle tannins, making for natural sweetness with notes of jam, honey and citrus fruit. Long.
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Our malt is crafted slowly and is matured at the distillery in traditional dunnage warehouses on earthen floors. We're proud of our heritage and have used traditional methods since we rolled our first barrels back in 1790. And yet we're not afraid to tinker with tradition if it serves to improve our product. Our single malt is the perfect mix of nature and nurture and we believe in quality above all else.