Ledaig 10 Year Old 2007 LMDW Artist #9 'Peaty' Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700mL

After being mothballed in 1975 due to bankruptcy, and a short period of production between 1979 and 1982, the distillery finally reopened in 1989 under the name Tobermory. During this period of inactivity, the warehouse was used to store cheese.

With a phenol level of 30-40 ppm, peated bottlings of this single malt are released under the name Ledaig. This very representative version is especially mineral and medicinal and has managed to take the sweetness needed for balance from its sherry cask ageing. A multi-dimensional peat hums a harmonious melody in which every note creates a crescendo in a particularly expressive palette of aromas and flavours.

The warm initial nose is rich (toast), peaty and rooty (ginger). Allowed to breathe, candied lemon, green liquorice and nutmeg add the finishing touches to this olfactory imagery that showcases an extroverted personality. The resolute attack is medicinal (cough sweets). It is also milky (coconut) and well-balanced. The mid-palate flutters between the seaside and neighbouring pastures. The long finish evokes a delicious porridge. Refreshed with mint and verbena, it highlights the quality of a powerful, generous and fruity (apple) spirit.