Bruichladdich Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2014 Heavily Peated Single Malt Scotch Whisky (750 mL)

Bruichladdich Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2014 Heavily Peated Single Malt Scotch Whisky
(750 mL)

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Notes from the Distillery:

Located on the Isle of Islay, Bruichladdich Distillery describes themselves as “Progressive Hebridean Distillers,” dedicated to the terroir of whisky – meaning the impact of authenticity, place and provenance, and ultimate traceability of the spirit. In this vein they recently released the Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2014, a bright and modern Scotch whisky with incredible flavor and complexity that both hearkens to a classic whisky while offering an updated and unique profile.

This heavily peated entry into Bruichladdich’s Provenance series was distilled with locally grown barley harvested from eight farms within 15 miles of the distillery, ensuring “traceability and provenance,” furthering the concept and grounding the philosophy of Islay terroir. The namesake of Port Charlotte Islay Barley is derived from the small village on the east coast of Islay and is the first of many planned single malts set to be released in the U.S. this year.

Bruichladdich Head Distiller Adam Hannett says of the whisky – “Our Port Charlotte Islay Barley expressions encapsulate everything a true Islay whisky can and should be, and the latest 2014 vintage is no different. Growing on Islay on Scotland’s rugged west coast and unpredictable weather, coupled with grazing wild geese and deer, means a successful harvest is never a given. But using Islay barley enhances our pursuit of flavor for a whisky which evokes a true sense of place.”

The heavy peat, coming in at 40 PPM (though some may insist such measurements add little to the conversation), adds to the complexity of the whisky, but surprises with an additional sweetness that avoids the trap of some single note Scotch whiskies. The whisky was matured up 84% in first fill bourbon casks, 8% in second fill Virgin oak, and 8% in second fill Bordeaux wine casks.



Technical Data


Aged: 7 years
Bottling: Islay spring water, nob-chill filtered, and coloring free
Strength: 50% ABV

Tasting Notes:

Color: Light Amber

Nose: Malty digestive biscuits and peat embers open on the nose, followed by sweet vanilla and notes of honey, toffee and Crème Brûlée. As the whisky breathes its fruity character comes to the fore, with lemon rind and peat smoke rising from the glass, moving to grapefruit, ripe melon, peach and crisp red apple. Port Charlotte’s signature maritime note is offset with a touch of wood spice, nutmeg and cinnamon, showcasing the depth and complexity of this single malt.

Palate: An initial citrus tang is followed by sweet ripe fruit and gentle peat smoke. A subtle marine character comes through, with this sandy minerality complemented with toasted oak. On a second sip, the balance of fruit and smoke is unmistaken, with a medley of apricot, peach and ripe melon delicately wrapped in charred heather and peat embers. The maturation in American bourbon barrels brings lightly toasted oak notes, with a hint of coconut, creamy marzipan and tobacco.

Finish: Soft stoned fruit and toasted oak sweetness leave a beautifully balanced finish, while a subtle, dry barbeque smoke lingers.

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