BUNNAHABHAIN 12 years Madeira Unpeated Thompson Bros

The Thompson brothers unveil, under the guise of the "Pride of Islay" edition, a sumptuous facet of Bunnahabhain, a famous Islay distillery renowned for its marine distillate and its traditionally lightly peated malts. This unpeated 12-year-old single malt has benefited from a long and rare 5-year maturation in Madeira casks, giving it an exceptional aromatic patina. The nose reveals indulgent aromas of dried fruits, caramel, and toasted nuts, lifted by a touch of iodine. On the palate, its velvety texture offers beautiful notes of bitter orange, dark chocolate, and sweet spices, balanced by a delicate saline touch. The finish is long, carried by roasted fig and a gentle sea breeze.