The Singleton of Glen Ord, 39 Year Old, 1982
The Singleton's most indulgent whisky. At 39 years old, this whisky is approaching four decades in the making and only 1,695 bottles have been released of this extra-long double maturation whisky, in a combination of European oak casks that had previously held Port, red wine, Pedro Ximenez and Oloroso sherry, which were later married in casks that previously held Bordeaux red wine casks. Emerging from the oak after a 39-year quest to epitomise the intensity and lavishness of exquisite European wines through whisky flavour, is a Single Malt Scotch unlike any that has come before it. Rich and succulent blackberries burst onto the palate, while a sumptuous whisper of crumbled muscovado sugar leaves the taste buds tantalised. The result, a rare vintage resounding with depth and complexity for an unparalleled taste experience.
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1982
1,695
Ex-Port European Oak, Ex-Red Wine European Oak, Ex-Pedro Ximenez/Oloroso Sherry European Oak, married in Ex-Bordeaux Red Wine European Oak.
At natural strength, light yet creamy-smooth; a very slightly waxy texture and a mouth-watering, sweet start with a notably fruity clove-studded spiciness. Then gently drying, with more spice towards the end yielding a light peppery warmth. Richly flavoured and perfectly balanced, it drinks well neat. With just a dash of water, the texture is thinner, and the sweetness comes forward slightly; there is a shake of salt now at the expense of spicier warmth, which returns in the finish.