Located off the west coast of Scotland, Islay is at the mercy of the mighty Atlantic Ocean, whose violent storms have shaped the landscape for thousands of years. These elements have inspired this magnificent single malt whisky from one of the island's most famous distilleries.
Nose: Intense notes of peat, smoke and dried fruit emerge on the nose, foreshadowing a robust and complex taste experience. Mouth: On the palate, this Lagavulin 12-Year-Old reveals deep flavors of caramel, vanilla and spice, balanced by a subtle touch of sea salt. Finish: The finish is long and warm, leaving lingering notes of peat and burnt oak on the palate.
Machir Bay has a lovely balance of vanilla, smoky caramel and rich fruitiness, each contributing to complexity and combining to create a truly unique Islay drama.
Nose: Fresh, sweet fruitiness of lemon zest and white grape, exotic (pink grapefruit and ripe mango). A particularly spicy, woody note hovers above. A drop of water dries out these aromas and introduces a pinch of white pepper.
Taste: Creamy, full texture with a sweet flavor. Fruity and malty behind that homemade rum caramel, exotic notes of spicy pineapple and green banana, made even more palatable by spicy, dry oak.