Ardbeg Traigh Bhan 19 Year Old - Batch 2
Ardbeg
Tasting Notes
This 19-year-old Islay gem from Ardbeg captivates with its seductive aromas that tantalize the senses. Faint wisps of sweet smokiness mingle with creamy notes, unveiling a tapestry of savory fennel, earthy celeriac, and roasted tea leaves. As you delve deeper, charcoal and lightly charred toast beckon, while a splash of water unleashes a refreshing sea breeze, mingling with eucalyptus and pine. The irresistible nose culminates with hints of saddle soap and leather. On the palate, an intense saltiness ebbs and flows, revealing soothing medicinal notes, salted peanut brittle, smoked pineapple, and a squeeze of lime. Waves of aniseed wash over, before rich fudge, birch tar, and peat smoke crash down in a wild symphony. This alluring spirit coaxes and surprises, defying assumptions and delighting with its depth. The finish is a harmonious collision of savory and smoky notes that linger satisfyingly.