Campbeltown代表 -- The Gauldrons
Douglas Laing & Co 發布 The Gauldrons 原酒強度限量版 #2
蘇格蘭著名的獨立蒸餾及裝瓶商 Douglas Laing & Co 宣布推出全新限量版威士忌 The Gauldrons Cask Strength Edition #2。
The Gauldrons 品牌於 2017 年加入 Douglas Laing 備受推崇的 Remarkable Regional Malts 系列,象徵著最後一塊拼圖——坎貝爾鎮(Campbeltown)正式加入此蘇格蘭威士忌地域代表系列。此次全新原酒強度版本為品牌常規裝瓶的延伸,全球限量不到 5,000 瓶。
The Gauldrons 的靈感來自坎貝爾鎮西岸同名的黑色沙灣,其名稱意指「風暴之灣」。相傳當蘇格蘭國王Robert the Bruce在戰敗後於此處避難時,從一隻努力築網的蜘蛛身上得到堅持不懈的啟發,從而立志「再試、再試、再嘗試」。蜘蛛因此成為 The Gauldrons 的核心象徵,也再次出現在這款全新的限量版之中。
此新版本的包裝設計同樣極具質感與神秘感。黑色藥瓶式玻璃瓶身搭配金色燙印細節與手工封蠟,瓶身在燭光下閃耀著微妙金光,呼應酒液深邃且神秘的個性。
Douglas Laing 品牌與社群專員 Annie Murdo 表示:
「The Gauldrons 品牌是對Campbeltown深厚威士忌文化的禮讚,而這款第二代原酒強度限量版,更加彰顯了 Douglas Laing 致力展現該地區威士忌精髓的承諾。延續上一年度版本的成功,這款新作依然展現典型Campbeltown風格——海洋甜感中融合淡淡煙燻氣息。我們期待將此限量佳釀分享給全球的威士忌愛好者。」
品飲筆記:
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香氣(Nose): 海風氣息夾帶營火煙香與些許麥盧卡蜂蜜香甜。
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口感(Palate): 初入口時呈現明顯海洋氣息,隨後帶出香草甜味與乾燥橡木風味。
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餘韻(Finish): 收尾辛香明顯,伴隨海鹽、核果與蜂蜜的層次,餘韻悠長。
Leading distiller, blender, and bottler, Douglas Laing & Co, announce the release of the The Gauldrons Cask Strength Edition #2.
The Gauldrons brand joined Douglas Laing’s Remarkable Regional Malts in 2017, completing the range of Scotch Whisky regions with the final addition of Campbeltown. This edition joins the existing core bottling and is strictly limited to less than 5,000 bottles.
The Gauldrons, inspired by the eponymous dark sandy coves on Campbeltown’s west shores, literally means “bay of storms”. It was here that King Robert the Bruce, having been defeated by his enemies, was inspired whilst watching a spider building its web with great patience but great difficulty, to try, try and try again. The spider has become synonymous with The Gauldrons’ core expression, featuring again in this new limited edition.
This latest edition’s premium packaging showcases the dark and mysterious Whisky within. Presented in a sleek black bottle, The Gauldrons’ signature apothecary style is highlighted with gold foiling and the bottle is sealed with a golden wax, emitting a mysterious shimmer in candlelight.
Commenting on the new release, Annie Murdo, Brand’s & Social Specialist, said:
“The Gauldrons brand celebrates the rich Whisky history of Campbeltown and this second expression of The Gauldrons Cask Strength Edition cements Douglas Laing’s commitment to showcasing the very best of the Whisky producing region. Building on the success of last year’s release, this edition remains classically Campbeltown with a maritime sweetness balanced by a gentle hint of smokiness. We are looking forward to sharing this edition with Whisky fans globally.”
Tasting Notes:
Nose: A sea breeze with a hint of bonfire and a some manuka honey.
Palate: Initially a maritime character appears, followed by sweet vanilla and dried oak.
Finish: A distinctly spicy finish with a touch of sea salt, stone fruits, and more honey.
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