Port Charlotte SYC:01 70cl Whisky
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Port Charlotte SYC:01
A characterful addition to the Port Charlotte range from Islay's Bruichladdich distillery. This edition of the heavily peated single malt joins the Cask Exploration Series, and was matured in syrah (shiraz) red wine casks imparting heady vinous notes of berries and summer fruits to the robust peat smoke at its core.
Tasting Note by The Producer
Nose
Caramel sweetness is immediate on the nose, followed by a medley of fresh fruit and a subtle hint of peat smoke. Top notes of strawberry, red apple, apricot jam and mixed berries from the Syrah casks come to the fore, underpinned by a combination of oak and lingering smoke. Gentle spices from the oak, ginger, marzipan and honey complement the fruity character, heighted with bonfire-smoked oak sweetness.
Palate
Charred oak and elegant barbeque peat smoke coat the palate, beautifully balanced with sweet fruit. Vibrant notes of candied peel, fresh mango, brown sugar and sweet bubble gum add a lightness and complexity, cutting through the smoke. A drop of water draws out the aromatic oak, as lavender and herbal notes combine with smooth honey, ground ginger and roasted coffee beans.
Finish
While the sweetness of fruit and oak remain, a gentle wave of peat smoke is unmistakable on the finish. Toasted Brazil nuts, coconut and cocoa powder bring a delicate creaminess, while a hint of dried seaweed lingers.
