Cardhu 2019 Special Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky 14 Year Old · 2004 Vintage
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Distilled in 2004 and bottled in 2019, this 14-year-old Cardhu was released as part of Diageo’s annual Special Releases collection, a series that highlights unique and limited bottlings from across their distilleries. The 2019 edition carried the theme “Rare by Nature”, with each whisky in the series presented with distinctive nature-inspired artwork. This release yielded 4,860 bottles at 55% ABV.
The whisky was matured in ex-Amontillado sherry seasoned hogsheads, an unusual cask choice that adds nutty depth and subtle sweetness while allowing Cardhu’s naturally elegant Speyside character to remain at the forefront. Cardhu Distillery, founded in 1824, is known for producing a smooth and honeyed style of malt that plays a key role in the Johnnie Walker blends but also shines in limited single malt releases such as this.
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Tasting Notes
Nose
A mild nose-feel, dry, soft and gentle, with a richly fruity initial aroma; orchard pears, peaches and cherries in syrup, a trace of banana. As it opens the nose becomes fragrant and floral, with perhaps a hint of lily of the valley, and a suggestion of vanilla cream. A drop of water closes it down somewhat, but brings out more sugary fruitiness.
Palate
At natural strength, smoothly creamy in texture, while the fruity taste is immediately sugar-sweet, as with soft fudge. There’s a trace of perfume in mid-palate then hot and spicy notes build towards the finish. Drying overall. With water, sweetness is again the first impression, while a trace of salt heralds the return of the spiciness in the development.
Finish
Spicy, with a lingering, embracing warmth. With water, smoother but still spicy, with a pleasant dryness lingering on the tongue.
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