Imperial 1995 18 YO Signatory Vintage

Imperial 1995 18 YO Signatory Vintage, 46%

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A release in The Un-chillfiltered Collection from Signatory Vintage. Distilled 1995-09-18, matured in two hogsheads, and bottled 2014-03-03. Limited to 701 bottles.

Nose: Bursting with citrus oils, primarily featuring slightly bitter oranges. Fresh, juicy, and spritzy, with a darker layer of perfume, heavy caramel notes, and toasted oak. Over time, a hint of nuttiness emerges.

Taste: Medium-bodied and exceptionally smooth, light as silk on the tongue. Super delicate notes of caramel, ice cream, strawberries, and ginger. Oily and rich.

Finish: Medium to long, maintaining an oily, creamy, and citrusy profile. Some spiciness and oakiness appear towards the end.

Comment: Elegantly smooth and richly layered.

Score 88/100

Sláinte!
-Thomas