晩秋の初冬を思わせる時節には、シングルモルトが恋しくワインも飲みたしな複雑な心境ですね…なのでグレンモーレンジ・マルゴー・カスク・フィニッシュで一挙両得と相成りました!!
2010年11月07日12:47
グレンモーレンジ・マルゴー・カスク・フィニッシュ1987年
Glenmorangie Margaux Cask Finish
46度
グレンモーレンジ蒸留所があのシャトー・マルゴーとのコラボレーションにより誕生した、カスクフィニッシュの最高峰といえる希少価値の高い一本。1987年11月に蒸留した原酒をバーボン樽で16年以上熟成の後、2004年6月にフランス、ボルドー地方、マルゴー地区のワインの空き樽に移し、約２年間仕上げの熟成をしてから、アンチルフィルターでボトリング。18年物。上品に仕上がっている。わずか10樽のみ(3551本)の数量限定品。
アクリル製のディスプレイケースに収められており、黒の台座には「グレンモーレンジ・マルゴー・カスク・フィニッシュ」誕生のストーリーを記した小冊子(英文)が収められている。
幾多のテイスティングノートを読みながら、ウンウンと頷いて、杯を進める…
グレンモーレンジらしいバニラとオーク、赤ワインらしい赤系ベリーとチョコレート…渾然一体…
トフィやヌガー、オレンジやパッションフルーツ、ブラックペッパーやシナモン…なキャラクター
果たして如何に!?
Vintage Direct
1987 Glenmorangie Margaux Cask Finish Single Malt Scotch Whisky
TASTED: 8 Dec 2006
For more than ten years, Glenmorangie, renowned Scottish malt whiskey distiller, has been pioneering the use of different types of casks in which to finish the maturation of malt whisky. Their quest is to find the ultimate aging nuance. With the release of the Margaux finish, they may well have accomplished that.
The unique marriage of grape and grain offers flavours from both the wine absorbed in the maturation barracks and the unique characteristics of the wood itself. Chateau Margaux, the famous Bordeaux First Growth wine producer, sources barrels made from the Tron ais oak forest in central France, originally planted in the 17th century by Louis XIV. The climate in this region produces trees of smaller diameter which provide a fine grain and high tannin content. Powerful wood-derived flavours have been imparted into the floral, fruity complexity of the whisky. Master distiller, Mr. Bill Lumsden describes the whisky in the following words: "Zesty orange, apple and ginger wine notes flood through before deeper hints of spicy black pepper and cinnamon intertwine to give an overall combination of boldness and subtlety that perfectly captures the spirited essence of Scotland and the passionate soul of France.” Realize that Margaux Hemmingway was conceived over a bottle of Chateau Margaux, the wine. Approach this whisky with similar caution!
Only 3511 bottles were ever produced of this 1987 vintage which marries the finest French winemaking heritage with one of Scotland’s favourite malt whiskies. Packed like the Crown Jewels in a clear acrylic display case standing on a black plinth, with each bottle accompanied by a booklet that tells the story of the journey taken to create this exciting whisky. Each bottle is hand numbered and signed by Bill Lumsden, Glenmorangie Master Distiller.
Tasting note: Autumn gold with russet highlights. Marshmallow, creamy fudge and milk chocolate. Fruit emerged as toffee apples and caramelised oranges. With water, clementines, tangerines, a tang of sherbet, pineapples, passion fruit, peaches and rich double cream. Full mouthfeel, brambles, blackcurrants, melon, spicy notes of gingerbread with dark bitter chocolate and hints of espresso. Long, lingering slightly dry finish. 46% Alc./Vol. – tasting note sourced from Glenmorangie.
nicks.com.au/Product/View/1987-Glenmorangie-Margaux-Cask-Finish-Single-Malt-Scotch-Whisky-(700ml)/477327
成る程…そうですか!?
馴染みのボトラーで、グレンロセスのオーナー、老舗のワイン商であるＢＢＲは、
Berry Bros & Rudd
1987 Glenmorangie Margaux Cask
The nose of Glenmorangie 1987 Margaux Cask Finish reveals nougat, flower stems when neat, fruity and juicy with water with notes of melon, strawberry, cassis and baked banana. The palate has a slightly soapy start. The fruitiness which lies behind slightly hidden and the spirit seems a little covered.
Dave Broom, Whisky Magazine, Issue 62
www.bbr.com/product-64105B-1987-glenmorangie-margaux-cask
馴染みのウヰスキーショップ、ウヰスキーエクスチェンジでは、
The Whisky Exchange
Glenmorangie 1987 / Margaux Cask Finish
Tasting Notes by John Hansell (Malt Advocate)
Waves of fruit (apple pie, orange marmalade, sultana, ripe pineapple) accented with notes of dark chocolate, roasted nuts, and spice (cinnamon, vanilla, ginger, evergreen), particularly on the finish. (In the past, I've thought that a couple of these limited edition Glenmorangie wood finishes were a little overdone with the finishing, but not this one.) 90 points.
These tasting notes are reproduced from Malt Advocate magazine Q1 2007
www.thewhiskyexchange.com/P-5783.aspx
また、マスター・オブ・モルトでは、
The Master of Malt
Glenmorangie 1987 Margaux Cask Finish (70cl, 40%)
Glenmorangie 1987 Margaux Cask Finish whisky is called whisky because it's produced in Scotland. Were it from America it would be spelled Glenmorangie 1987 Margaux Cask Finish whiskey, rather than whisky.
Glenmorangie 1987 Margaux Bottling Note
A 1987 vintage from the Glenmorangie distillery, finished in wine casks from the Premier Cru Chateau Margaux.
Glenmorangie 1987 Margaux Tasting Note
Nose: Very fruity and thick. Rich notes of lemon, nectarine and apple. Spices.
Palate: Fresh and balanced, vanilla. Boiled sweets, very creamy, tiramisu, toffee.
Finish: Quite long, gentle, malty and very fruity.
masterofmalt.com/whiskies/glenmorangie-1987-margaux-cask-finish-whisky
果たして、此所は…
Travel Lady Magazine
Morangie meets Margaux
Edited by Darryl Beeson
Face it. The UK and France have had some friction, not to mention battles, over the centuries. Fine alcohol can help mend lots of things. Ask Mel Gibson, AKA Braveheart, AKA Rob Roy. The real Rob Roy garnered, perhaps, the ultimate highlands honor. A cocktail was named after him.
What better way to recreate the alliance (at least) between the Scots and the French than with a whisky bursting with flavor and body. The unique heritage, origin and passion of Glenmorangie Margaux Cask Finish provides an interesting twist on the marriage of the grape and the grain, and perfectly illustrates the powerful combination of Scottish spirit and French soul, says Mark Izatt, US Senior spokesperson for Glenmorangie at Moet Hennessy USA. They age this precious Scotch in barrels from Bordeaux's Chateau Margaux.
Chateau Margaux is one of the five "first growths" of Bordeaux, making that final cut back in 1855. Years before, Thomas Jefferson visited Chateau Margaux, ordering wine for the President's house (remember, this was pre-White House), before he was actually elected president. History eminates from the refined oak of the barrels from Margaux. The essence of the wine permiates the pores.
"At the outset, this whisky is intense on the nose, but softens after a moment with notes of marshmallow, creamy fudge and milk chocolate," explains the distiller. "Fruit emerges as toffee apples and caramelized oranges. Smells of home baking are discovered next with a combination of cherry cake and gingerbread and finally notes of sweet rolling tobacco."
The distiller suggests that the addition of a splash of water, never ice, brings out sweet fruitiness with tangerines, a tang of sherbet, tropical pineapples, passion fruit and peaches, pear drops and the sugary sweetness of crystallized orange segments, among other complexities.
"Zesty orange, apple and ginger wine notes flood through before deeper hints of spicy black pepper and cinnamon intertwine to give an overall combination of boldness and subtlety that perfectly captures the spirited essence of Scotland and the passionate soul of France," boasts Lumsden. "Glenmorangie Margaux Cask Finish derives its distinctive flavor from both the wine absorbed in the maturation barracks and the unique characteristics of the wood itself." This unique marriage is of grape and grain.
Sourced from the Tron軋is forest in central France, originally planted in the 17th century by Louis XIV, the climate in this region produces trees of smaller diameter which provides a fine grain and high tannin content. Powerful wood-derived flavors have been imparted into the floral, fruity complexity of the whisky.
www.travellady.com/Issues/October06/MorangiemeetsMargaux.htm
最後に、モルト・ミッションです！
Malt Mission 2007 #169
Glenmorangie Margaux Cask Finish, 1987
Big snowballs of flavour, but it slowly melts into its component parts. Fruits, both real and candied, tangerines, peaches, lemons and pineapple juice. Baked goods, both from the oven and from backstage at a Rolling Stones concert, coffee cake, butter tarts, quality tobacco and damp marijuana. Lots of childhood homemade ice cream sundae supplies: hot fudge, marshmallow spread, chocolate and nuts. Wonderfully appetising.
Big impact of succulent wine notes, tobacco again, raisins and pepper. Crazy and unusual mouthfeel, effervescent, stimulating, very enjoyable. Spice and rye bread, berries and cream. Water helps unlock this beauty's secrets. Herbal-homeopathic-remedies, citrus, and dry oak through the finish. Long lingering oak.
Big (again), inspiring dram; I couldn't write fast enough. Big flavours, great depth and supple mouthfeel. Fruit, vanilla and pepper mark the Glenmorangie style and the wine, sweets, and toasty sherry-style notes from the Margaux are an outstanding accompaniment. Evidence that Margaux and light, elegant whiskies go well.
drwhisky.blogspot.com/2007/10/malt-mission-2007-169.html
相変わらず、Whisky Magazine は辛口だけど、他は、概ね好評
ウヰスキーとワインの良い処を併せ持つ、寒い時期には最適な飲み物ですね
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