Wu Dram Clan have had a couple of relaxed months however now they’re again with a particular launch. This Glen Garioch 2003 is the primary single cask launch from the distillery completed for an impartial bottler. I’m at all times a bit weary of such claims, all of it relies upon the way you outline it, nevertheless it’s a uncommon sight in any case.
We’re taking a look at a primary fill Oloroso sherry butt which yielded 681 bottles in whole. Solely 250 bottles will probably be accessible by means of German retailers and the remaining could be bought straight from the distillery store.
Glen Garioch 21 yo 2003 (53,9%, OB for Wu Dram Clan 2024, first fill Oloroso sherry butt #808, 681 btl.)
Nostril: fairly highly effective, with darkish raisins and plums, together with black cherries. Spicy chocolate with bits of hazelnut comes by means of, in addition to natural honey. Then there’s fairly a beneficiant quantity of oak spice as effectively, with agency ginger and nutmeg, whiffs of cedar and a touch of pine resin. Gentle leathery notes too.
Mouth: much more balanced than the nostril steered. Only a excellent mixture of drying Oloroso components, like leather-based, black peppercorns and loads of good tobacco. Then additionally brighter hints of orange peels, Timut pepper, blackberries, prunes and chestnut honey. Raisins and ginger cake too. Deep flavours however at all times properly rounded.
End: lengthy, barely drier once more, with caramelized nuts, pepper, gentle espresso and extra tobacco.
Whereas the nostril steered a darkish and dry whisky, there’s truly a extremely vibrant aspect to it on the palate. A properly creamy, juicy and reasonably fruity Glen Garioch with a terrific stability. Glorious selection. WDC’s accomplice retailers could be discovered right here however I’m afraid all bottles have been gone within the blink of an eye fixed.
