Arran 2009 Rare Batch French Oak Grand Cru

Arran 2009 Rare Batch French Oak Grand Cru, 15 YO, 52.5%

This official bottling from Arran distillery Lochranza was initially matured for 7 years in ex-bourbon casks, then for a further 8 years in French oak ex-Grand Cru casks (white wine from a prestigious region; ie. Champagne).Limited to 4198 bottles.

The Arran 2009 Rare Batch French Oak Grand Cru will be available to buy in Norway from November 13 at NOK 2199 (20041701).

Nose: Cool and delicate with ripe red apples and a soft, wine-like character. Elegant and refreshing.

Taste: Full bodied and crisp. Gentle wine notes meet a light fizz, leading back to juicy red apples in perfect balance.

Finish: Medium to long. The red apples linger, still carrying that lively fizz before settling into a smooth, graceful close.

Comment: Fresh, crisp and beautifully poised.

Score 88/100

Sláinte!
-Thomas