ABV 43%
Composed of two distinct parts that add up to an impressive and balanced total.
Ian Wisniewski
Celtique Connexion
Brand
1993, Monbazillac Wood Finish
Expression
Single Malt
Type
No age statement
Age (Years)
2004
Year of Bottling
43%
ABV
France
Region/Country
Independent Bottling
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: Crème brûlée, chocolate, sticky toffee pudding with dried fruit emerging mid-way, accented by citrus freshness.
Palate: Creamy, silky, beguiling, with crème brûlée, fruit trifle, chocolate cake, then luscious fruitiness, orange marmalade, apricots and citrus.
Finish: Subtle, dry oak balances creamy, fruity, citrus and chocolate notes.
Comment: Composed of two distinct parts that add up to an impressive and balanced total.
Score: 8.3
Taster
Nose: Rich, intense. Fruity. Fig molasses. Overcooked plum jam. Prunes. Tamarin juice. Maple syrup. What an aromatic concentration!
Palate: Smooth at first then developing into a dry spiciness. Ginger, tabasco. Dried apricot. A smoky hint.
Finish: Dry, warm and lasting.
Comment: Quite a strong character. Uncompromising warmth. Good balanced. You need to like it hot to enjoy the dram.
Score: 7.8
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