A rare experiment from Glenmorangie’s “Barrel Select” series, this 13-year-old expression was initially matured in ex-bourbon casks before being finished in Cognac casks — a marrying of Scotch and French distilling artistry. The result is a small-batch, oaky and fruity single malt that brings together Glenmorangie’s fruit-forward Highland character with warm spice, leather, and wine-spirit nuances.
Tasting Notes
Colour: Warm honey-gold with soft amber tones.
Nose: Fragrant and inviting, with orchard fruits (pear, baked apple) and citrus zest rising first. Underneath lies oak spice, hints of leather, toasted nuts, and a whisper of cognac’s red fruits.
Palate: Lush and well balanced. You’ll taste honeyed fruit (peach, apricot), gentle oak spice, glazed almonds, and a delicate tannic dryness from the cognac casks. There’s a subtle tightening of oak influence as it opens.
Finish: Medium length, softly drying with lingering oak spice, warm nuts, and a touch of orchard fruit echoing through the close.
Craft & Character
Dr. Bill Lumsden long envisaged marrying the soft, elegant spirit of Glenmorangie with the character of cognac casks — but earlier trials proved overpowering. With this release, Glenmorangie selected well-seasoned Cognac casks (i.e. casks used multiple times) to avoid wood dominance, allowing subtle interplay between the Scotch and cognac influence.
The whisky was distilled on 22 February 2008 and spent about 8 years in American white oak (ex-bourbon) before entering the Cognac finish phase.
Collector’s Note
This is a niche release — not part of the core Glenmorangie lineup. It appeals to enthusiasts who appreciate experimentation with finishing spirits. Its combination of Highland fruit, oak spice, and cognac nuance makes it a conversation piece in any collection
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Bought this bottle for our whisky club. It scored over 90 out of 100 which is an outstanding score. One of the best drams we have had this year. Hope it comes back into stock.
