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Private Collection Caol Ila 1998 Claret Finish

Brand Private Collection
Expression Caol Ila 1998 Claret Finish
Type Scotch Whisky / Single Malt
Vintage 1988
Abv 40.00%
Produced at Gordon & MacPhail
Region Islay
Availability Limited worldwide
Guide Price £26-£40 (US$41-US$65)
Website http://www.gordonandmacphail.com

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 14 by Michael Jackson and Jim Murray.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson

Nose
Peat, Juniper. Fruit skin, or am I being suggestible?
Palate
Very peaty. Some creamy, sweeter, nutty fruitiness coming along behind. Iron.
Finish
Saltiness reasserts the coastal identity.
Comment
The least characterful of the three Caol Ila wood finishes

Jim Murray

Nose
Ripe fruit covers the peat but leaves the vanilla unscathed.
Palate
Unbelievably soft, with a hint of cherry.
Finish
No more than an echo of smoke and spice.
Comment
There are times when whiskies can be just a little too gentle....and this is one.

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