Bruichladdich Valinch - Sinnsear First Release Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 1988 Vintage

Colour

Deep amber with copper-bronze highlights and a touch of mahogany.

Nose

Opulent sherry-driven nose, awash with fig, raisin and date, crowned by candied orange peel. Velvet tones of dark chocolate, toffee and toasted almond mingle with warm spice—cinnamon and clove—while a whisper of sea-salt and vanilla–oak add elegant balance to a long, inviting aroma.

Palate

Silky and opulent on the palate, this Sinnsear release delivers lush sherry sweetness—fig, raisin and dried plum with toffee, dark chocolate and orange zest. Nutmeg and cinnamon spice mingle with a maritime whisper, while a peppery, oak-kissed finish lingers with vanilla and coffee notes.

Finish

Long, luxurious finish that slowly wanes from rich sherried fruit into warm spice and toasted oak. Dried fig and raisin linger with cocoa notes, a hint of almond and maritime whispers, and a delicate, smoky kiss that fades to a refined, lingering warmth.