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THE COURSE OF A FEAST BY THE SINGLETON 39-YEAR-OLD.
The Singleton’s (Singleton of Glen Ord 39 Year) most indulgent whisky. At 39 years old, this whisky is approaching four decades in the making and only 1,695 bottles have been released of this extra-long double maturation whisky. Emerging from the oak after a 39-year quest to epitomise the intensity and lavishness of exquisite European wines through whisky flavour, is a Single Malt Scotch unlike any that has come before it. Rich and succulent blackberries burst onto the palate, while a sumptuous whisper of crumbled muscovado sugar leaves the taste buds tantalised. The result, a rare vintage resounding with depth and complexity for an unparalleled taste experience.
Less than 1,700 bottles are available globally-Singleton of Glen Ord 39 Year, the rare vintage whiskey is The Singleton’s longest secondary maturation to date. Having aged in a blend of casks, including those which had previously matured port, red wine, Pedro Ximénez & Oloroso, it was then finished in French Bordeaux casks.
Through what’s described as experimentation and craft, Master of Malt of The Singleton, Maureen Robinson, said she purposefully pushed the boundaries to create a single malt Scotch epitomizing the intensity and lavishness of elite European wines.
TASTING NOTES
APPEARANCE
Red-hued amber, polished rosewood. Fine beading.
BODY
Medium to full.
NOSE
The nose-feel is mellow, and the aroma is profoundly complex. Mild at first and vinous, with fruity top notes suggesting a rich fruit cake with wine-soaked raisins, candied orange peel and toasted almonds. Later, some butterscotch emerges, with a slightly burnt edge to the cake. Water dials back the fruit and introduces a cooling effect.
PALATE
At natural strength, light yet creamy-smooth; a very slightly waxy texture and a mouth-watering, sweet start with a notably fruity clove-studded spiciness. Then gently drying, with more spice towards the end yielding a light peppery warmth. Richly flavoured and perfectly balanced, it drinks well neat. With just a dash of water, the texture is thinner, and the sweetness comes forward slightly; there is a shake of salt now at the expense of spicier warmth, which returns in the finish.
FINISH
Very long, fruity, and warming, with a lingering spicy warmth and a hint of salted plums in the aftertaste. The latter is increased by a drop of water, when the whole aftertaste becomes unusually menthol-cool, with perhaps a suggestion of cherry liqueur chocolates.
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