2012 Edradour 12 Year Old Small Batch Bordeaux Wine Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Another diversion from the norm of sherry and bourbon matured malts that Edradour does so well. Apparently this was full-term matured in red wine casks, which is quite daring. Some say the taste is absolutely wine dominant, not sweet at all, though without the winey tannins you might expect. To sum up, "Very very winey Scotch, interesting." Labelled as a small batch release, so the outturn was probably around 1200 bottles. 48.2% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

Other reviews... N: Moderate lactic acidity, blackcurrant, oak nuances with tannins, subtle rosehip (with hints of rose fruit and citrus), dirty spices, a hint of earth. Rosa perfume. T: Fragrant blackcurrant, red berries, a hint of tannin, and a hint of pencil lead. Perhaps, as expected from a Bordeaux cask (I'm not sure what wine was used, but I'm guessing it's from the Médoc Left Bank, with a strong Cabernet Sauvignon note from Graves and Pauillac). This was due to the milky, silky texture, the prominent pencil lead, and the soft, tannin-like undertones that seemed to settle in the mid- and lower-bodied palate. The characteristic character and silky/milky texture of the Edradour Spirit were impressive. Additionally, the flavor revealed nuances of rose, mud, and a hint of spice. The bright, refreshing red berry character was also impressive. F: The finish was consistent and long. Even after adding water, the berry nuances remained, and the slippery oiliness and minerality-derived bitterness were impressive. The moderate tannins tingled the tongue, creating a pleasant balance with the spice. - whiskybase.com