Benrinnes 2009 Aged 12 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – FABLE Chapter Four (700ml)
Volume: 700ml ABV: 60.2% Age: 12 Years Old Country: Scotland
Cask Number: Chapter Four #305966
Date of Distilling: 2009
Date of Bottling: 2021
Matured In: an ex-Bourbon Barrel
Un-Chillfiltered
The Benrinnes Distillery first produced spirit back in 1826 and was known originally between 1974 and 2007 for producing a partially triple distilled spirit. The distillery itself has been through a tough time, fires and floods have meant it has been rebuilt a number of times and been through a few owners. The distillery is now owned by Diageo and it is used for their well known blends. It was first well known though for producing spirit for use in Crawford’s blended whiskies and was known for its 15 year old vintage.
Fable whisky is an independent bottler founded on the art of storytelling, animation and illustration. Fable whisky brings myths and folk stories to life, pairing them with the best single cask single malt whisky available. Released in stories and chapters The Tale, Volume 1 tells the tale of The Ghost Piper Of Clanyard Bay.
This is one of five single cask whiskies in Fable’s first outturn, this Benrinnes represents the Bay chapter in the tale of The Ghost Piper of Clanyard Bay. It has been matured for 12 years in a single ex-Bourbon barrel and selected to be bottled at cask strength. Only 288 bottles wre made available for worldwide distribution. Perfect for the collector or to sip on whilst reading more about The Ghost Piper Of Clanyard Bay.
Our Tasting Notes
Nose: Charred orange peel, Terrys chocolate orange, delicatessen meats, distilled white wine, shaved & toasted oak and cinnamon spice.
Palate: A distinctively nutty Benrinnes full of fruits flavours combining some exquisite savoury notes across the palate.
Finish: Medium with tropical fruits and toasted malt and spiced oak.
