G&M Ardmore 1998

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This 1998 vintage 18 year old Ardmore has been bottled under Gordon Macphail's Distillery Label line. It is bottled at 43% after maturing in Refill Sherry.

Andrew's Tasting Note

Nose: still creamy like the 1996 and buttery, but more of a cultured butter; grapfruit pith, Maroccan marmalade; lemon sherbet and honey baked ham with pureed eas.

Palate: brighter than expected: big ctirus, chocolate covered coffee beans and Tiramisu; still ashy, a touch of Christmas cake, black licorice pipes and honey baked ham with cloves. 

Finish: bigger and brighter with more sherry than the 1996; rich spices and more perfectly cooked honey baked ham (with sweet mustard).

Comment: a lovely, sweet and fruity malt; it is curious how much it contrasts with the 1996 G&M Ardmore, which is also 18 years old! 

Producers Tasting Note

Nose: Sherry influences with clementine and green apple, complemented by hints of beeswax polish. Subtle charred oak aromas mingle with treacle toffee.

Palate: Sweet and creamy with a touch of chilli spice. Raspberry, orange, and milk chocolate flavours are complemented by underlying hints of charred oak. A delicate tobacco edge develops on the finish.

Finish: Long, smooth, and with a trace of smoke.

700 ml