To blend this special batch, Francis Abécassis and Frédéric David the Cellar Master, have selected eaux-de-vie renowned for their rich aromas, aged in the estate’s oldest casks. Each sip of this precious cognac reveals harmonious and powerful flavours, symbolised by the strength of the dragon.
Tasting notes
Colour
Golden colour, amber, old gold.
Nose
Richly aromatic, woody, subtly spicy notes, cinnamon, orange peel and dried figs.
Mouth
Balanced fruity and woody aromas, candied fruit, hazelnut, walnut.
Finish
Long, delicate finish.
Specific References
The Meikle Tòir – The Chinquapin One is a peated single malt, carefully crafted and refined in virgin Chinquapin oak casks sourced from the Northern Ozarks, USA. This whisky delivers notes of soft spices and roasted nuts, harmoniously combined with a gentler peaty smoke, derived from the St. Fergus mainland peat. With an extended fermentation of 160 hours and a smoke profile measured at 35 PPM, this single malt reveals a complexity that perfectly complements maturation in virgin oak casks.
Grappa with a refined and assertive aroma and an enchanting flavor, it is harmonious and persistent on the palate. It is obtained through the bain-marie distillation of Amarone pomace (Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara) in a discontinuous still, then aged in small 500-liter oak barrels for a period of at least 36 months, during which the master distiller closely monitors the evolution of the blend, checking the fragrances and aromas to achieve optimal balance.
Created specifically for the French market, Flotilla is the expression most representative of the style and special location of the Pulteney distillery on the north side of the Highlands. Aged in bourbon casks, this 2012 version expresses a maritime, iodized and salty character, while developing gourmet notes of green apple, lemon zest, toffee and vanilla, enhanced by salty aromas. Fresh, fruity and iodized.
The Calvados Réserve is aged for 3 years in oak barrels with 25% new barrels.
Calvados 20 ans has been aged for at least 20 years in a wooden vat and toasted oak barrels. The apples are mixed, crushed and pressed. The apple juice is fermented right out to give cider to be distilled. Double distillation is carried out 6 months after the fermentation has taken place. The first distillation gives the "petite eau" at 30% by volume and it is the second distillation, that of the "petite eau" which gives the Calvados.
YAMAZAKURA: Literally "Cherry Blossom of the Mountains," it embodies the quintessence of Japan's natural beauty and ancestral craftsmanship. This blend results from the harmonious combination of four whiskies carefully aged in bourbon casks. Its profile delights with a delicate softness on the nose, a light and silky palate, and a delightfully rounded finish. A true invitation to discover the art of Japanese whisky in all its splendor. The set includes a 50cl bottle and 6 reusable stone ice cubes. These natural stones, ideal for cooling your whisky without dilution, add an ecological and refined touch to the tasting experience.
This blend with very little wood influence, displays a predominance of fruity aromas.