Laphroaig 10 Year Old 'Unblended' for Cinzano

The label of this Laphroaig, bottled in 1983, says 'Unblended Islay Scotch Single Malt'. It was destined for the Italian market: 'imporatata da Franscesco Cinzano'. I got the sample from our Connosr member @lucadanna1985, and am very grateful for it as you'll soon understand. The color is a nice full gold and the beading is excellent.

The nose is less peaty than anticipated, but still a wonderful mix of freshly ground coffee beans, fresh cream, tropical fruits (think pineapple and peach), roasted brésilienne nuts and a whiff of smoke. This nose is truly maginificent.

Citrus and peat lead a whole cadre of tastes on the palate, consisting of Italian espresso, baked apples with nutmeg and saffron. The rear guard consists of herbal and grassy notes. Good, better, best! A wonderful whisky indeed.

The finish is lingering and warm, on herbal aromas and pepper.

What a great Laphroaig this turned out to be! I'm already a bit sorry I put this in first place of a line up of 8 Laffies to taste... If you do find one of these bottles today, be prepared to fork over between 400 and 500 quid for it. Ouch!

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