Aberfeldy 18 Year Old - Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Wine Casks
- Distillery
- Aberfeldy
- Region
- Highland
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 43%
- Age
- 18 years
- Price
- £102.5
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Cooked Fruit, Leathery, Old Wood, Toasted
- Description
- Aberfeldy's signature Highland malt receives an unconventional finish: 15 months in Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon casks after initial maturation in refill and hogshead wood. At 18 years old, this marriage of Scottish distilling and Californian wine influence adds berry richness and spice to the distillery's honey and heather foundation.
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Aberfeldy 18 Year Old - Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Wine Casks is a 18-year-old single malt from Aberfeldy (Highland, Scotland), bottled at 43% ABV. Expect fruity, oaky and sweet character — sherried, cooked fruit, leathery, old wood. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A premium pour worth the price.
Aberfeldy's signature Highland malt receives an unconventional finish: 15 months in Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon casks after initial maturation in refill and hogshead wood. At 18 years old, this marriage of Scottish distilling and Californian wine influence adds berry richness and spice to the distillery's honey and heather foundation.
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