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Single Malt Scotch Whisky Peated '10 Years' (700 ml. boxed) Ardbeg
The Single Malt Whisky '10 Years' by Ardbeg is crafted on the island of Islay, the southernmost of the Inner Hebrides. The distillery uses the most peated malted barley of the island, sourced from Port Ellen, and the pure waters of Lake Uigeadail. After a long fermentation in traditional Oregon pine washbacks, the spirit matures in American oak ex-Bourbon casks, gaining depth and character. The result is a whisky of remarkable complexity, with a broad, bold taste intertwining notes of peat, citrus, coffee, and licorice, while the finish is lingering, smoky, and savory. Perfect with aged cheeses, grilled meats, and smoked dishes, it is a true fragment of Scotland in a glass.
- Product Category
- Whisky
- Denomination
- Single Malt Whisky
- Type
- Scotch Whisky - Single Malt
- Type of Production
- Distilled
- Other Features
- Cold Filtered, Torbato
- Grape variety / Raw material
- Malt
- Aging
- 10 years
- Format
- 700 ml.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Region
- Islay
- Alcohol Content
- 46% vol.
- Service Temperature
- 16° – 18° C.
- Recommended Glass
- Very wide tulip glass
- Packaging
- Original Case
- Gastronomic Pairings
- After Dinner - Meditation
- Allergens
- Contains sulfites (sulfites refer to sulfur dioxide that is added to wine to preserve it, thanks to its disinfectant, antioxidant, and stabilizing action)
- Overall Rating
- 91/100
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Ardbeg
On the picturesque Isle of Islay, where the sea meets the land in a perpetually wind-torn embrace, stands the legendary Ardbeg distillery. Known worldwide for producing peated whisky of rare intensity, Ardbeg is a true icon for Scotch Whisky enthusiasts, a brand that encapsulates the essence of a unique territory and its centuries-old traditions.
Founded on this mystical island, Ardbeg is distinguished by its deep connection with the surrounding nature. The distillery overlooks a wild coast, where the scent of the sea blends with that of peat, an essential element that gives its whiskies their characteristic smoky and marine flavor. Here, malted barley, kissed by salt and ocean breeze, is expertly processed to create spirits with a bold and unmistakable character.
The mastery of Ardbeg is manifested in iconic labels like Uigeadail and Ten. Uigeadail, named after the lake that provides the pure water used in distillation, presents a bouquet of smoke and spices, wrapped in a soft embrace of dried fruits and chocolate. The Ten, on the other hand, is a tribute to the purity of peat, a whisky that embodies the quintessence of Islay with its intense aromas and complex structure.
Ardbeg represents a sensory journey, an invitation to explore depths of flavors that tell stories of tradition and innovation, of sea and land. Let yourself be carried away by the charm of Islay and discover on Vino45 the best labels signed by Ardbeg: an unforgettable experience for every lover of peated whisky.
Address:
Port Ellen, Islay PA42 7EA, Scotland
Color: deep and intense straw yellow
Bouquet: pleasantly cloudy, with hints of malt, cereals, and citrus marmalade
Taste: broad and deep, sweet and smoky, very persistent and with a nice savoriness.
- IWSC Gold medal
- International Whisky Competition: 91/100
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THE WHISKY
The Single Malt Whisky '10 Years' by Ardbeg is crafted on the island of Islay, the southernmost of the Inner Hebrides. The distillery uses the most peated malted barley of the island, sourced from Port Ellen, and the pure waters of Lake Uigeadail. After a long fermentation in traditional Oregon pine washbacks, the spirit matures in American oak ex-Bourbon casks, gaining depth and character. The result is a whisky of remarkable complexity, with a broad, bold taste intertwining notes of peat, citrus, coffee, and licorice, while the finish is lingering, smoky, and savory. Perfect with aged cheeses, grilled meats, and smoked dishes, it is a true fragment of Scotland in a glass.
THE DISTILLERY
Officially active since the mid-1810s, specifically from 1815, the Ardbeg distillery, located in the heart of the Islay island, was founded by John McDougall and has gone through a history marked by numerous challenges, similar to that of many other distilleries, characterized by changes in ownership, sudden and prolonged closures, and especially marked by various adversities. Already in 1835, in fact, there was the first change of ownership, when the distillery was purchased by Glasgow merchant Thomas Buchanan, although John McDougal himself and his son continued to manage the company, which by the late 1870s, in 1877 to be precise, was thriving enough to employ almost a third of the island's inhabitants. However, in 1981, the trend was the opposite, and due to the widespread economic crisis, the company was unable to keep its doors open and was forced to cease all operations. It was reacquired in 1987 by Hiram Walker, and it would be only two years later, in 1989, that the distillery returned to production, albeit on a very reduced scale, before facing another period of closure between 1991 and 1997. Today, the distillery is owned by the LVMH Group, which has restored much hope and confidence to the enthusiasts of this product. The labels on the market today are all characterized by the same desire for tradition that has driven the distillery to bottle without any cold filtration. Historic pot stills are still used for distillation, and the choice of water is meticulously attended to. Currently considered one of the most modern and technologically advanced distilleries, today Ardbeg can be confidently defined as a cult brand, made for those who want to rediscover the classic bold peaty flavor in an Islay single malt whisky.