Blair Athol 2014 Signatory Vintage Un-Chillfiltered Collection (60.9%) is an exceptional, high-proof single malt scotch whisky that perfectly showcases the rich, nutty, and robust character of the Highland distillery. Distilled in 2014 and carefully selected by renowned independent bottler Signatory Vintage, this expression has been matured in a premium heavy sherry butt. Bottled at a powerful cask strength of 60.9% without chill-filtration or added color, it preserves all the natural fats, oils, and deep wood influences of the barrel. It is a dense, muscular dram that responds beautifully to a few drops of water, unlocking an array of deep, dried-fruit flavors.
Tasting Notes:
Appearance: Deep auburn with polished mahogany highlights
Nose: Rich and intensely concentrated, bursting with aromas of dark raisins, dried figs, sticky molasses, roasted walnuts, and a distinctive, pleasant note of malted biscuit and warm baking spices
Palate: Full-bodied, oily, and explosive on the tongue, delivering dominant flavors of dark chocolate, stewed plums, and Christmas cake, balanced by a savory touch of leather, espresso beans, and warming clove spice
Finish: Extremely long, deep, and warming, with a lingering dryness of European oak, dark cacao, and a sweet, resinous sherry echo
Land: United Kingdom (Scotland)
Distillery: Blair Athol Distillery (Bottled by Signatory Vintage)
Alcohol by volume: 60.9%