Bowmore 19 years old french oak barrique limited edition Vol.48,9% Cl.70
- Aged 19 years in former chateau Lagrange french oak barriques.
- Limited edition of the famous Bowmore peaty whiskey.
- Great gift idea for whiskey enthusiasts.
- Great character, very good.
Bowmore whiskey 19 years old french oak barrique finish is one of the sons of the town of Bowmore, considered the capital of the island of Islay.
Here, on the banks of Loch Indaal, the Scottish distillery was built in 1779.
One of the oldest distilleries in Scotland, exposed to brackish winds from the Atlantic.
It is the proximity of the sea, the aging warehouses lapped by the waves and even below sea level, that determine the characteristics of Bowmore whiskeys.
Malting is carried out, for part of the requirement, directly in the Bowmore distillery with a measured amount of peat, while the water comes from the Laggan River.
The Bowmore distillery is stocked with four stills, two for each distillation.
Bowmore whiskey 19 years old french oak barrique finish is produced with a precious and long aging in ex-chateau Lagrange french oak barriques.
For this limited edition Bowmorw water from the Laggan River is not used, it is bottled in full grade at 48.9.
Peat, water, wood, men and tradition come together to create the refined, welcoming and smoky character of the Bowmore 19 years old french oak barrique whiskey.
Tasting Notes:
Color: dark bronze color.
Perfumes: Bowmore whiskey 19 years old limited edition is presented to the nose with an unmistakable aroma characterized by the smokiness of the classic Bowmore mixed with a riot of aromas of sweet red fruit and hints of chocolate.
Taste: Bowmore French oak barrique whiskey on the palate initially has vinous flavors, followed by a robust smoke with traces of fresh lemon zest.
The sweet taste of peat smoke with a salty note is well balanced.