Lagavulin13-year-old Islay Jazz Festival 2021
Summary
This 13-year-old single malt whisky from Lagavulin was specially released for the Islay Jazz Festival in 2021. It hails from the renowned Islay region of Scotland, known for its distinctive peated whiskies. This expression showcases the distillery's signature smoky character, balanced with a complexity that comes from over a decade of maturation.
On the nose, this whisky presents a harmonious blend of peat smoke and maritime influences, with subtle hints of vanilla and oak. The palate is rich and full-bodied, offering layers of smoky sweetness, dried fruits, and a touch of spice. The finish is long and warming, leaving a lingering impression of peat and oak.
This whisky is an excellent choice for those who appreciate the bold, smoky flavors typical of Islay malts, yet seek a well-rounded and mature profile. Its release for the Islay Jazz Festival adds a touch of exclusivity, making it a prized addition to any whisky collection.
Tasting Notes
- Nose
- Peat smoke, maritime influences, vanilla, oak
- Palate
- Rich, full-bodied, smoky sweetness, dried fruits, spice
- Finish
- Long, warming, peat, oak