Distilled in 2011 at the Caol Ila distillery, this latest Elements of Islay release was matured for 7 years in two refill sherry butts. Bottled at cask strength, 57.5% vol.
Tasting Notes
Cl12 Elements of Islay Producer Notes
Nose: Classically maritime. Slate tiles, saltwater, warm tarmac on a sunny day. Sour apple sweets, Pouilly-Fumé wine, aguardiente, rhubarb and custard.
Palate: Astringent smoke with salt and liquorice. More orchard fruits, alongside green grass and citrus zest. Lots of cigarette notes, cold smoked meats, chervil and tarragon.
Finish: Peaty finish with cloudy lemonade, coal dust, fresh herbs and grapefruit peel.