25th March 2010 |
Highland Park 1973 Vintage 50.6%
When
laying down a whisky for extended
maturation, as with this Vintage, there
is a danger the cask may dominate the
spirit. Every time a cask is used, its
ability to impart an influence on the
spirit is diminished, which is why at
Highland Park refill casks are used for
the older whiskies. The refill casks
specially selected for this Vintage
allow the natural characteristics of
Highland Park to come through; there is
no over-dominance of cask. This Vintage
is un-chill-filtered and completely
natural colour (as are all Highland Park
whiskies).
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Highland Park 1973 Tasting Notes
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This Global Travel Retail exclusive
vintage Highland Park single malt was
distilled in 1973 matured for a massive
37 years and bottled in 2010 at a 50.6% ABV and has a RRP
of £670 It will be available from
April/May 2010.
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Colour:
Rich, warm and naturally golden.
- Nose:
Complex aromatic layers emerge as
this whisky reveals itself. Vanilla
and toffee sweetness are evident;
enticing floral notes and hints of
heather are followed by dried citrus
fruits, nutmeg and coconut.
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Palate: The assertive citrus notes are balanced by the
layers of caramel, cinnamon and soft
floral flavours. The slight oak
tones are first balanced and then
swept aside by the late arrival of
classic Highland Park spicy
smokiness.
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Finish: This whisky lingers, a clear reminder of the
complexity that Highland Park is
able to deliver. It is medium sweet,
with a long smoky finish.
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