Bruichladdich Launches Port Charlotte SYC: 01 2013
Bruichladdich has launched Port Charlotte SYC: 01 2013, the latest release in the Port Charlotte Cask Exploration series.
Distilled in 2013 from 100% Scottish mainland barley peated to 40 PPM (parts per million), Port Charlotte SYC: 01 2013 was initially filled into first fill (75%) and second fill (25%) Bourbon barrels. In 2018, the spirit was re-casked into first fill Syrah casks sourced from a winery in northern Rhône, France. After four years in Syrah casks, the spirit was re-casked into refill bourbon barrels to allow the whisky to marry prior to bottling. Port Charlotte SYC: 01 2013 was bottled at 10 years old and is presented NCF (non chill-filtered) and coloring free at 54.4% ABV.
Bruichladdich’s official tasting notes for Port Charlotte SYC: 01 2013 follow:
Nose – Caramel sweetness is immediate on the nose, followed by a medley of fresh fruit and a subtle hint of peat smoke. Top notes of strawberry, red apple, apricot jam and mixed berries from the Syrah casks come to the fore, underpinned by a combination of oak and lingering smoke. Gentle spices from the oak, ginger, marzipan and honey complement the fruity character, heighted with bonfire smoked oak sweetness.
Palate – Charred oak and elegant barbeque peat smoke coat the palate, beautifully balanced with sweet fruit. Vibrant notes of candied peel, fresh mango, brown sugar and sweet bubble gum add a lightness and complexity, cutting through the smoke. A drop of water draws out the aromatic oak, as lavender and herbal notes combine with smooth honey, ground ginger and roasted coffee beans.
Finish – While the sweetness of fruit and oak remain, a gentle wave of peat smoke is unmistakable on the finish. Toasted Brazil nuts, coconut and cocoa powder bring a delicate creaminess, while a hint of dried seaweed lingers.
Port Charlotte SYC: 01 2013 is available now for a suggested retail price of $149.99.
Source: Bruichladdich.