Bruichladdich Feis Ile 2023 - Rock'ndaal 02.1 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 16 Year Old · 2006 Vintage
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Bruichladdich Rock'ndaal 02.1, the initial instalment of two exclusive festival releases, undergoes maturation in a combination of bourbon and Sauternes casks.
With its 16-year age, the delightful impact of French oak harmonises flawlessly with the distinctive fruity and floral aromas that define this single malt.
Bright and fresh, mirroring the lively party atmosphere of Rock’ndaal itself, a medley of fresh tropical fruit is immediate on the palate, with ripe melon, honeyed peach, lychee and sweet mango coming to the fore.
Made with fully traceable organic barley, the single malt balances citrus freshness with a subtle mineral quality, nodding to its all-Islay maturation.
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Tasting Notes
Colour
Bright golden amber with sunlit honey tones and a pale copper glow.
Nose
Bright tropical aromas rise with ripe melon, honeyed peach, lychee and mango, lifted by delicate florals. Citrus zest and a subtle mineral edge frame the freshness, while soft vanilla and honeyed sweetness from the bourbon–Sauternes cask influence mingle with refined French oak for a layered, inviting nose.
Palate
Bright and tropical on the palate, this 16-year Bruichladdich unfurls ripe melon, honeyed peach, lychee and mango with citrus zest. Bourbon and Sauternes casks bring gentle sweetness and floral lift, while a subtle mineral spine ties to its Islay maturation. Fresh, buoyant and remarkably persistent, with lingering tropical fruit and citrus.
Finish
Bright, lingering finish of citrus zest and tropical fruit—ripe melon, honeyed peach, lychee and mango—slowly fades with a delicate mineral bite. Subtly oak-touched, it reflects the bourbon and Sauternes cask influence and a coastal, Islay glow.