ABERFELDY 15 YEAR BOLGHERI WINE CASK FINISH
SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY
WHY BUY: When Stephanie MacLeod — the rock star named Master Blender of the Year by Whisky Magazine, and a four-time winner of the International Whisky Competition — experiments with a new cask finish, it’s not news; it’s an event. MacLeod is a maestro of secondary maturation, pulling off some of the most creative and successful caskings in recent years, and this latest release stands among her most irresistibly delicious creations … while also clocking in at an eminently affordable $75 a bottle. Matured for 15 years in refill and hogshead casks, then finished in Bolgheri red wine casks from Tuscany, it takes the greatness that is Aberfeldy, that honeyed single malt of incomparable smoothness, and applies a marvelous varnish of Tuscan refinement and sophistication. A single malt for all seasons and all occasions, and one that, once you begin pouring, you will be hard put to put down.
WHAT THEY'RE SAYING: Aberfeldy has taken home more than — count ‘em — 200 Gold Medals for its whiskies over the years, cementing its reputation as one of Scotland's most stalwart and beloved producers.
OUR TASTING NOTES: MacLeod has shown us all, yet again, how secondary maturation can elevate rather than mask a whisky's essential character. The Bolgheri influence is pronounced, and asserts itself from the very start, as notes of dark cherries, juicy plums, and subtle oak play counterpoint to Aberfeldy's signature honeyed character. As the experience unfolds, chocolate and vanilla notes come to the fore, providing richness and depth, while a hint of nutmeg emerges in the background, adding an unexpected note of spice and warmth. The finish delivers just the right hint of soft oak: enough to lend dimension, not enough to overtake the fruit.
THE STORY: Aberfeldy earned its nickname "the golden dram" through decades of crafting smooth, honeyed single malts that exemplify Highland elegance, but it's under Stephanie MacLeod's masterful guidance that the distillery has truly come into its own as an innovator. MacLeod is among the most decorated names in the industry — Whisky Magazine named her "Master Blender of the Year" in 2018, and for four consecutive years beginning in 2019, the International Whisky Competition conferred the same honor upon her. This venerated Highlands distillery remains a model for the industry, most of all in the way it balances tradition and innovation, having received more than 200 gold accolades for its range while endearing itself to a new generation of drinkers with its smooth, easy-going character. Under MacLeod's direction, Aberfeldy has become a laboratory for innovative cask finishing without ever losing sight of what made it special in the first place. Her extraordinary skill at blending and deep sensitivity when it comes to secondary maturation and flavor development has turned Aberfeldy's reserve of aged whiskies into unforgettably complex statements that have collectors around the globe scurrying to snap up any available bottles. In the relentless quest to find new ways to showcase its slow and exquisitely-crafted whiskies, MacLeod and her crew are crafting some of the best and most thrilling expressions they ever have.
ABV: 46% (92 proof).
FUN FACT: "The golden dram" isn't just poetical marketing: Aberfeldy’s water source, Pitilie Burn, is rich with minerals, including actual gold deposits that contribute to the whisky's distinctive character and color.
OUR GUARANTEE: As always, we only buy and source directly from the distillery, so rest assured: your single malt will arrive in your hands with pristine provenance. Order yours today!
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