THE BALVENIE - Single Barrel - 12 years - 47.8% | Clos des Spiritueux
Discover the Balvenie Single Barrel 12 Year Old at Clos des Spiritueux , an exceptional whisky bottled at 47.8%, embodying all the artisanal know-how of the famous The Balvenie distillery, located in Dufftown, in the heart of Speyside in Scotland. Founded in 1892 by William Grant, The Balvenie distillery is distinguished by its unique mastery of each stage of production, from barley cultivation to cask manufacturing, guaranteeing unparalleled authenticity and consistency. This traditional approach gives each expression a superior quality, sought after by single malt lovers around the world.
Made from a single first-fill American oak cask , this single malt showcases the purity of its distillate and the richness of the aromas brought by the wood. Each cask of Balvenie Single Barrel 12 Year Old is rigorously selected by internationally renowned cellar master David C. Stewart MBE to ensure a unique and authentic aromatic profile. This careful selection allows for slight variations between each edition, offering an exclusive tasting experience with each bottle purchased from Clos des Spiritueux .
The nose reveals an elegant aromatic palette, blending scents of heather honey , creamy vanilla and fresh oak , enhanced by touches of orange zest , ripe apples and subtle spices . On the palate, the texture is round and silky, developing flavors of blond caramel , white-fleshed fruits and sweet malt , harmoniously balanced by a hint of ginger and a perfectly integrated woody note. The finish, of great length and elegance, extends onto refined nuances of vanilla , honey and toasted oak , enhanced by a delicate lingering floral touch.
A Speyside icon, the Balvenie Single Barrel 12 Year Old from Clos des Spiritueux is a refined, precise and warm whisky. It perfectly showcases the authenticity and richness of the Scottish terroir. Ideal to enjoy neat for an optimal taste experience or slightly diluted with a few drops of water to release all the aromatic subtleties. A must-have single malt for whisky enthusiasts, available online at Clos des Spiritueux , your French specialist in high-end whisky.
