BenRiach 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 5278) - Pedro Ximénez Puncheon
- Distillery
- Benriach
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 56.4%
- Age
- 13 years
- Price
- £150
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Dried Fruit, Cooked Fruit, Chocolate, Honey
- Description
- BenRiach's 13-year-old from December 2005 matured in a single Pedro Ximénez puncheon, bottled in 2019 as a UK exclusive with just 546 bottles. The rich, dark fruit character of the PX cask dominates, with layers of dried figs, raisins, and toffee balanced by the distillery's characteristic spicy malt foundation. The texture is viscous and warming, with a long, sweet finish that lingers with hints of oak and dried stone fruit. Perfect for those seeking sherry-matured Speyside depth without excessive age statements.
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BenRiach 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 5278) - Pedro Ximénez Puncheon is a 13-year-old single malt from Benriach (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 56.4% ABV. Expect sweet, fruity and light oak character — sherried, dried fruit, cooked fruit, chocolate. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
BenRiach's 13-year-old from December 2005 matured in a single Pedro Ximénez puncheon, bottled in 2019 as a UK exclusive with just 546 bottles. The rich, dark fruit character of the PX cask dominates, with layers of dried figs, raisins, and toffee balanced by the distillery's characteristic spicy malt foundation. The texture is viscous and warming, with a long, sweet finish that lingers with hints of oak and dried stone fruit. Perfect for those seeking sherry-matured Speyside depth without excessive age statements.
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