Aberlour : 15 Year Old LMDW Collection Artist #14 Rothes Glen 2008

Characteristics and tasting advice for the 15 Year Old LMDW Collection Artist 14 Rothes Glen Whisky from Aberlour

Tasting

Appearance
With a deep orange copper color, this whisky reveals an intense and bright hue that testifies to its long aging in Oloroso sherry casks.

Nose
Rich and heady, the aromatic bouquet opens with notes of incense and dark chocolate. Fruit aromas then unfold with blood orange, mango, and dried apricot, followed by spices such as caraway, candied ginger, and clove. Floral notes of hyacinth, geranium, and lily add complexity, while gourmet touches of tarte tatin, raisin cake, and walnut cake complete this remarkably complex nose.

Palate
Full-bodied and ample, the palate seduces with its silky texture. The first flavors reveal candied citrus fruits (orange, lemon), candies from the Vosges, and a crème brûlée accompanied by strawberry jam. The evolution brings out more exotic tones with mango, persimmon, and guava enriching the aromatic palette. The long and concentrated finish expresses itself through flavors of licorice, pipe tobacco, and blackberry jam. Tertiary notes of dried leaves, mushrooms, and lichen bring an autumnal dimension, while the last impressions evoke butter caramel and a delicious mango coulis.

The richness and complexity of an exceptional Speyside single malt

Aberlour, a jewel of Speyside Scotch whisky

Founded in 1879 by James Fleming, the Aberlour distillery has become an essential reference of Speyside. Located in the heart of this emblematic region of Scotland, it has undergone several significant changes, notably the closure of its maltings in 1962 and the doubling of its production capacity in 1973. Acquired by Pernod Ricard in 1974, Aberlour continues its development with a significant expansion project announced in 2022, planning the installation of 16 additional washbacks and 4 stills. This Scotch whisky stands out for its balanced character, the result of ancestral know-how and pure water from Ben Rinnes. The brand cultivates a strong identity, combining tradition and innovation, which earns it international recognition.

The Artist Collection #14: a limited edition of exception

The 15 Year Old LMDW Collection Artist 14 Rothes Glen Whisky represents the excellence of Aberlour's know-how. This exclusive edition, selected by La Maison du Whisky as part of its prestigious Artist Collection, highlights an exceptional single malt aged for 15 years exclusively in Oloroso sherry casks. This choice of maturation gives the spirit its characteristic aromatic richness and complexity.

This Scotch whisky stands out for its remarkably balanced organoleptic profile between fruity, spicy, and woody notes. The rigorous selection of the unique cask from which it comes guarantees an incomparable tasting experience, faithful to Aberlour's identity while offering a unique interpretation of its character.

Bottled at its natural degree, without cold filtration or coloring, this whisky preserves all its aromas and texture. Its production limited to a restricted number of bottles makes it a collectible sought after by lovers and connoisseurs of exceptional single malts.