Premium William Peel 7 year Islay cask finish scotch Whisky. 2005
Premium William Peel 7 year Islay cask finish scotch Whisky
Brussels Spirits Award 2003 Gold Medal
Condition: Collector.
Lost Distillery/Brand: No. but, Label/bottling was discontinued.
Fill level: In the neck
This bottle was in a private collection and can have signs of wear! It is sealed and unopened!
Whisky still produced: No.
Category: Blend.
Distillery: Still producing.
Bottler: Distillery Bottling.
Bottling series: Premium.
Bottling Year: 2005
Stated Age: 7 years old
Cask type: Islay Cask Finish
Strength: 40%vol.
Size: 700ml.
Colouring: Not stated.
Chill-filtered: Not stated.
Bottle code: L05B 8375 111 16H14 ; bottle label number; 29017
Country Origin: Scotland.
Market: France.
Premium William Peel 7-Year Islay Cask Finish is a distinct expression from the William Peel brand, known for its innovative cask finishes and dedication to blending quality Scotch whiskies. This 7-year-old blend is finished in Islay casks, imparting a unique smoky character typically associated with Islay malts. The whisky received a Gold Medal at the Brussels Spirits Award in 2003, a testament to its well-crafted and balanced profile.
Key Features and Tasting Notes:
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Islay Cask Finish:
- The finishing in Islay casks introduces a subtle peaty, smoky character that differentiates it from other blended whiskies. This finish adds a touch of maritime and earthy notes, making it a richer, more layered blend.
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Flavour Profile:
- Nose: Aromatic and complex, with notes of vanilla, honey, and gentle peat smoke. There are also hints of citrus, caramel, and oak, complemented by a touch of sea salt.
- Palate: Smooth and slightly creamy, featuring flavours of sweet malt, light peat smoke, and vanilla. There’s a delicate balance between the Islay smokiness and the natural sweetness of the blend, with hints of toffee, dried fruit, and spice.
- Finish: Medium-length, with a lingering warmth of peat smoke, oak, and spice, leaving a subtle yet memorable impression on the palate.
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Awards:
- The Gold Medal from the 2003 Brussels Spirits Award highlights this blend’s quality and appeal, marking it as a standout choice for those who appreciate a touch of smokiness in their whisky without the intensity of a full Islay malt.
With its Islay cask finish, this 7-year-old William Peel offers an accessible introduction to peated Scotch and remains a solid choice for those seeking a smooth yet characterful blend.
WILLIAM PEEL HISTORY
William Peel is almost unknown in the UK but is the leading blended whisky brand in France, the world’s largest export market by volume for Scotch. It was created by entrepreneur Bernard Magrez in 1964 when he established William Pitters International at Lormont in Bordeaux.
Initially Magrez imported various malts under the brand name before establishing William Peel as a blended whisky. Its sister brand, The Glen Peel, was also used to bottle single malts until 2005, when Marie Brizard et Roger acquired most of the spirits interests of William Pitters International. Under new ownership William Peel blended Scotch became a priority.
In 2006 Marie Brizard et Roger was acquired by the Belvédère Group and renamed Marie Brizard Wine & Spirits. It is one of the few companies which is GI (geographic indicator) approved by HMRC which allows it to supply the vast number of supermarkets on the continent with Scotch whisky bottled in France after supply in bulk from Scottish distillers.
By 2014 William Peel was selling three million cases per year.
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