Ledaig in al zijn puurheid. Perfecte balans tussen vat en spirit met een abv in de sweetspot-zone waarbij de typsiche Ledaigturf ondersteund wordt door een mooie fruitigheid op de achtergrond.

Proefnotities door Thijs Klaverstijn - Words of Whisky: 9.1 punten

Nose: There’s a sense of maturity here that these vintages didn’t have just a few years ago. Faint notes of white grapes, vanilla pods, apple peel, and green banana. Touches of sauerkraut too, but certainly not as present as in some younger releases. Of course, there are coastal elements, along with wet pebbles, gentle notes of peach, and just a touch of smoked kippers. Oh, and a sliver of rubber.

Taste: A delicious oily mouthfeel. It’s crisp, peaty and fruity with notes of brine, ashes, grapefruit and citron. The wood smoke is delicious. Also gentle farm-y notes, a touch of smoked bacon, and just a delicate whisper of green apple.

Finish: Long. Lingering on white pepper, a hint of rubber and salt.

Conclusion: Very, very impressive. Big thumbs up! I should probably buy a bottle, stick it in a cellar for a few decades, and revel in the positive effects of bottle aging.