Arran Sauternes Cask Finish Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700ml

Arran Sauternes Cask Finish Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700ml This eight year old Bourbon cask matured Arran comes finished in a selection of ex-Sauternes casks sourced from a small producer in Bordeaux. The wine style compliments Arran's typically rich malt, here adding succulence and providing a subtle overlay of yellow fruits, honey and sweet bread. While the alcohol is slightly nippy, it strikes a nice balance between sweet wine cask and whisky without getting cloying. Honey sweetness and citrus first up on the nose, a richly honeyed opening on the palate backed with a lifting zestiness which slides into spice and zingy salt. Once the dram opens out, vanilla and sultana stand out followed by notes of toasted oak. More of that balanced sweetness on the finish along with melon, honeysuckle and a touch of fruit mince pie. 50% abv / 700ml