Released for the Travel Retail market, An Cladach from Bunnahabhain is a sherry-driven expression with enough spiced backing it up to balance the sweetness handsomely. The name means "The Shore" in Scots Gaelic - apt, considering Bunnahabhain's location on the north-east coast of Islay.
Almond and cherry, fruity coffee, a hint of damp oak.
Raisin, more cherry, black pepper and clove. A touch of walnut.
Medium length with sherried malt in charge.
First time tasting this brand and I love the introduction via the An Cladach. Looking forward to taste the entire portfolio as this to me was fantastic.
Please save your money and buy a proper Bunna with an age statement. An Cladach does not have anything to offer in terms of nosing and tasting.
I may be biased - I love Bunnahabhain - but I highly recommend this (you may have read unenthusiastic reviews elsewhere). It's typical of Bunna's house style - think sherried and coastal - but there is also a shed load of extra oloroso in this. There is also balsamic, Scottish tablet, milk chocolate, marzipan, cherries and chopped nuts. Long finish with more waves of dry oloroso.
An Cladach... The Shore. Rich sherry influence. fruity and spicy.
