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A whisky distillery on the isle of Islay, notable as one of just two on the island where the preferred production is a non-peated single malt. It has been a part of the Scotch whisky holdings of the South African Distell Group since 2013. * An Italian importer and independent bottler, founded in 1987 when Fabio and Walter Rossi acquired their father's company, Mario Rossi Jr. It is best known for ...
Based on 4 published Maltiply reviews.
The mango, pineapple and grapefruit give this a bright, lively edge, especially against the sweet-sour contrast. Anise and pepper add a drier turn, and the tannic, slightly astringent finish keeps it from feeling like easy fruit alone. That balance sounds more interesting than simple richness.
halfmoonrambler28 SeptThat fruit-and-anise contrast appeals.
The tropical fruit and sweet-sour contrast give this a lively character, while the slightly mineral, tannic finish adds a drier edge I tend to enjoy. It sounds rich without losing that balance.
shortwave lantern2 SeptThe finish is the most distinctive part here: complex and slightly mineral, with a pleasantly astringent, tannic edge alongside a light, rich character. That contrast gives it more to consider than a simple fruit-led impression. Mango, pineapple, passion fruit and grapefruit bring a pronounced sweet-sour interplay on the nose, while the palate keeps to fruit with traces of anise and pepper. A vivid, layered character, though the finish’s tannic side may not suit every preference.
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