Midleton Very Rare Foret De Troncais Irish Whiskey
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Midleton Very Rare Forêt de Tronçais is a harmonious fusion of Irish and French luxury and craftsmanship. This exceptionally small batch release showcases Ireland’s most renowned Whiskey, matured in the finest French oak casks sourced from the Tronçais Forest in France.
This release features Midleton single grain and pot still Whiskeys matured from the 1980s to 2000s in American oak casks. The Whiskey was finished for three years in bespoke French Oak to create the most elegant Midleton expression ever released.
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Tasting Notes
Nose
Oak enriched perfumed aromas with delectable fruit notes of poached pears, caramelised apples, and orange zest. Additional notes of honeycomb and toasted hazelnut continue to evolve in tandem with the building aroma of freshly roasted coffee beans. The woodland spices are brought to the fore by the elegant and measured influence of the fine-grained French oak, adding nuanced characteristics that enhance the pot still spices and floral grain whiskeys in this complex and aged blend.
Palate
Herbal at first, with notes of fresh peppermint and sage, weaving amongst the succulent orchard fruits and zesty orange. The oak’s subtle tannins complement the chocolate- dipped honeycomb and sweet vanilla, adding to the luscious, silken texture synonymous with Midleton’s pot still and grain whiskeys. Elevated wood spices continue to evolve adding further complexity to this intricate whiskey.
Finish
Exquisitely long finish where the fruits and spices are enveloped by the enchanting nature of the toasted wood, showcasing a harmonious balance between Irish whiskey and French oak.