The Intrepid Mariner 20 Year Old 2002 - Wemyss Malts (Bunnahabhain)
- Distillery
- Bunnahabhain
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 46%
- Age
- 20 years
- Price
- £246.5
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Dried Fruit, Leathery, Hay-like, Cooked Fruit
- Description
- Bunnahabhain's 2002 vintage bottled as 'The Intrepid Mariner' by Wemyss Malts spent two decades in a hogshead cask, developing coastal, dried fruit, and spice characteristics typical of this unpeated Islay distillery. The bottling captures the maritime influence that defines Bunnahabhain's character.
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The Intrepid Mariner 20 Year Old 2002 - Wemyss Malts (Bunnahabhain) is a 20-year-old single malt from Bunnahabhain (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 46% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, vibrant and fruity and sweet character — smokey, dried fruit, leathery, hay-like. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Bunnahabhain's 2002 vintage bottled as 'The Intrepid Mariner' by Wemyss Malts spent two decades in a hogshead cask, developing coastal, dried fruit, and spice characteristics typical of this unpeated Islay distillery. The bottling captures the maritime influence that defines Bunnahabhain's character.
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