Description

Ledaig 2012 Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Volume: 700ml           ABV: 56.8%            Age: 9 Years Old           Country: Scotland

The Ledaig or Tobermory Distillery is a single malt whisky distillery located on the island of Mull in the Inner Hebrides off the West Coast of Scotland. Originally founded in 1798 by John Sinclair, under the name Ledaig (pronounced ‘lea-chick’). The distillery closed in 1837 and reopening in 1878, the distillery was acquired in 1890 by John Hopkins and Company. Today, Tobermory is the only distillery on the Isle of Mull. The distillery has quite a small annual capacity of just one million litres and runs at but three quarters of this capacity. In 1930, the distillery closed and was used as a power plant. It was not the only time Tobermory had been used for purposes other than whisky distillation; in 1982 the buildings were leased to a dairy company who used them for storing cheese. The distillery uses malted barley which is shipped from the Port Ellen maltings at the South-East of Islay, also home to a more recent experiment whereby some casks are sent for maturation on the island, these are bottled as Ledaig. The usual releases show us that when it’s bottled Tobermory then no or little peat has been used in the production but when it is released as Ledaig there is a high amount of peat content in the production and therefor a smoky whisky is created.

Ledaig (‘lea-chick’) Scots Gaelic meaning safe haven……

Wine from the famous Spanish region Rioja is characterised by intense aromas of blackberries, plums and spice…..

Embrace the bold and unconventional with the Ledaig 2012 Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured. This rare and highly sought-after limited edition pushes the boundaries of flavour, having spent its entire 9 year maturation in rich European oak Bordeaux red wine casks. The result is a powerful and captivating fusion of Ledaig’s classic peaty smoke and the luscious, dark fruit character of the wine. Bottled at a high strength of 56.8% alc/vol, it’s a thrilling experience for those who appreciate innovation and a truly unique dram.

Our Tasting Notes

Nose: A powerful and complex nose that opens with classic Ledaig peat smoke, bonfire embers, and a touch of carbolic soap. This gives way to a decadent fruitiness of stewed plums, black cherries, and a hint of dark chocolate, perfectly complementing the underlying savoury notes.

Palate: The palate is rich, full bodied, and intensely flavourful. A wave of burning heather and spicy oak is balanced by a luscious sweetness of grape skins, dark berries, and a creamy, caramelised note. The bold peat smoke lingers throughout, creating a magnificent tension between the earthy, smoky side and the rich, fruity side.

Finish: A long, warm, and satisfying finish. The lingering notes of dark fruit, wood smoke, and a subtle herbal quality leave a truly memorable and complex aftertaste.