Wolfburn 12 - 46%
12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky is the flagship of the Wolfburn range. Crafted from spirit matured in equal parts in hand-selected second-fill Oloroso sherry butts and ex-bourbon casks, twelve years resting in our warehouses has resulted in a delectably smooth whisky with a depth of flavour showcasing the very best of Wolfburn – a testament to the skill, dedication and patience of our master distillers.
Non chill-filtered / Natural Colour
Tasting notes
Appearance: The colour of oak aged Chardonnay, forms a thin line which falls slowly as thick, oily legs
Nose: Baked apple, soft brown sugar, honeysuckle and a gentle hint of smoke
Palate: Creamy mouthfeel. Dried fruit, baked orchard fruit, Demerara sugar, oak spice, heather honey and black pepper warmth. With water it becomes creamier at the expense of some of the fruit notes
Finish: Oak spice, tannic astringency and over-caramelised sugar linger together with a little peppery prickle
Overall: It’s a decent dram, with a nice balance between sweetness and mild spice. There’s some drying tannins in there, but not enough to be unpleasant. Current price is an smidge under £70 which feels a little high for a 12 year old whisky at 46% abv, but it’s still in the ‘just about acceptable’ range.
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