Lot presentation

Whisky Kilchoman The 13th Edition (70cl)

The wine

Reputed to be the first distillery to be built on the island of Islay in 2005, Kilchoman prides itself on producing a delicately salty peated malt. The sea air of Machir Bay beach imparts a unique array of aromas to the whisky. The spirit was distilled from publican barley from 2012, 2013 and 2014. The spirit is matured in 44 bourbon casks for a minimum of eight years to bring out all its delicious aromas.
The resulting whisky is stunning and particularly tasty. The rich, expressive nose reveals aromas of toffee apple and banana cake, reflecting the influence of the bourbon casks. Lavender fragrances combined with citrus notes are complemented by a hint of iodine. The fresh, indulgent palate reveals bewitching aromas of vanilla and caramel, leading to a silky, buttery and persistent finish.

About the Producer Kilchoman

Scotland, Isle of Islay. Distillery operational. Owner: Anthony Wills

Like the Arran distillery, Kilchoman was the first distillery to be built on the Isle of Islay for over 20 years. The most recent arrivals before it were Bunnahabhain and Bruichladdich, both founded in 1881. It was at the initiative of Anthony Wills that Kilchoman distilled its first malt in 2005. In doing so, it renewed a tradition dear to Scotland, producing whisky at an independent, family-owned farm distillery. Anthony watches over the grain with the help of his wife and three sons. Nothing is left to chance, from the ageing in bourbon casks, to packaging and bottling. No cask of Kilchoman seems able to escape his watchful eye, as is demonstrated by the very low number of independent bottlings released to this day.