Ardbeg Islay 10Yr Single Malt Scotch Whiskey Chardonnay On the nose

On the nose

Together with the captivating perfumes of red fruits and the clean freshness

I love this cool white because it is an ancient grape (Dabouki) that has been saved by this winery

but the 2012 is simply outstanding

well-rounded tannins

Ardbeg Islay 10Yr Single Malt Scotch Whiskey Chardonnay On the noseExceptional balance and depth. At full strength, the aroma is a beguiling mix of toffee and chocolate sweetness, cinnamon spice and medicinal phenols. Fresh citrus and floral notes of white wine are evident as are melon, pear drops, general creaminess, fresh phenolic aroma of sea spray (Iodine) and smoked fish. Hickory and coffee emerge later as the most volatile top notes fade. Long and smoky. A smoky sweetness is left on the palate, with a crushed