Benriach 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 6) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Benriach
Tasting Notes
This 21-year-old Benriach single malt from Signatory's Cask Strength Collection is a true gem. Distilled in 2000 and aged for 20 years in refill butts, it received a final 12-month finishing period in a fresh sherry butt, resulting in a deep ruby hue that's simply breathtaking. On the nose, it seduces with sweet jammy berries, roasty coffee, chocolate raisins, and resinous oak notes. The palate is a delightful interplay of woody spice, warming ginger, cinnamon, and buttery pain aux raisin, creating a harmonious balance of sweet and fruity flavors. The finish lingers with roasted nuts, cakey spice, a touch of treacle, and crunchy almond butter, leaving a lasting impression. With a cask strength of 59.2% ABV and a limited outturn of 685 bottles, this whisky is a true testament to the skill and craftsmanship of Benriach and Signatory.