Whisky Caol Ila 8 ans Very Cloudy Signatory Vintage
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Product Details
- Format
- 70 cl
- Region
- ISLAY
- Appellation
- SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY
- Alcohol
- 40°
- Country
- ECOSSE
- Taster
- Adrien
Peaty and maritime, with smoke, iodine and fresh fruit beneath. Signatory Vintage's Caol Ila single malt from first-fill cask, intense, precise, and distinctly coastal in character.
The Caol Ila 8 Year Old 2017 Very Cloudy from Signatory Vintage is a rare and distinctive expression from Islay's peaty distillery, bottled without chill-filtration and presenting the natural cloudiness characteristic of exceptional spirit richness.
Selected by Signatory Vintage, one of Scotland's most respected independent bottlers, this whisky was distilled at Caol Ila in 2017 and matured for eight years before bottling without chill-filtration. The natural cloudiness, termed Very Cloudy, appears upon cooling and testifies to the abundance of natural oils in the spirit. Caol Ila remains one of Islay's most emblematic peaty distilleries, and this Signatory selection represents the house's most authentic and sought-after bottlings.
Ageing and origin
Matured for eight years in cask carefully selected by Signatory Vintage, this single malt marries Caol Ila's fine peaty smoke and maritime character with the natural oil richness of a spirit bottled without any filtration. Very Cloudy describes the natural haze appearing as the whisky cools, signalling that the distillate's essential oils have been entirely preserved, giving a fatty texture and aromatic density superior to a chill-filtered bottling. Situated on Islay's western coast overlooking the sound that bears its name, Caol Ila was founded in 1846 and remains one of the island's most discreet yet respected distilleries.
Tasting profile
On the nose, light peaty smoke and salinity assert themselves immediately, mingled with fresh citrus, ripe pear and a hint of beeswax revealing natural oil richness. Beneath these aromatic layers, Caol Ila's maritime character expresses itself fully through briny notes and lightly sweet malt. A touch of white pepper and subtle floral notes add further complexity, amplified by the absence of any filtration. On the palate, the whisky is fatty and textured, balancing peaty smoke with fruity roundness and remarkable aromatic density. The palate reveals candied lemon, pear, persistent smoke and salinity that structures the whole. The finish is long and maritime, with lingering peat and iodine notes.
The house
Signatory Vintage is among Scotland's most respected and prolific independent bottlers, recognised for selecting exceptional casks from the country's greatest distilleries. Its Very Cloudy bottlings reflect an absolute commitment to spirit authenticity, refusing any filtration that might diminish the whisky's natural texture and aromatic richness.
Tasting and pairing
This Caol Ila 8 Year Old 2017 Very Cloudy is best enjoyed neat in a tulip glass at room temperature, allowing full appreciation of the fatty texture and aromatic richness preserved by the absence of filtration. A few drops of pure water will reveal more of the fruity notes and maritime complexity. It pairs beautifully with oysters, cold-smoked salmon, hard aged cheese or grilled shellfish, whose iodine will resonate wonderfully with the maritime smoke and natural richness characteristic of this expression.
Selected by Signatory Vintage, one of Scotland's most respected independent bottlers, this whisky was distilled at Caol Ila in 2017 and matured for eight years before bottling without chill-filtration. The natural cloudiness, termed Very Cloudy, appears upon cooling and testifies to the abundance of natural oils in the spirit. Caol Ila remains one of Islay's most emblematic peaty distilleries, and this Signatory selection represents the house's most authentic and sought-after bottlings.
Ageing and origin
Matured for eight years in cask carefully selected by Signatory Vintage, this single malt marries Caol Ila's fine peaty smoke and maritime character with the natural oil richness of a spirit bottled without any filtration. Very Cloudy describes the natural haze appearing as the whisky cools, signalling that the distillate's essential oils have been entirely preserved, giving a fatty texture and aromatic density superior to a chill-filtered bottling. Situated on Islay's western coast overlooking the sound that bears its name, Caol Ila was founded in 1846 and remains one of the island's most discreet yet respected distilleries.
Tasting profile
On the nose, light peaty smoke and salinity assert themselves immediately, mingled with fresh citrus, ripe pear and a hint of beeswax revealing natural oil richness. Beneath these aromatic layers, Caol Ila's maritime character expresses itself fully through briny notes and lightly sweet malt. A touch of white pepper and subtle floral notes add further complexity, amplified by the absence of any filtration. On the palate, the whisky is fatty and textured, balancing peaty smoke with fruity roundness and remarkable aromatic density. The palate reveals candied lemon, pear, persistent smoke and salinity that structures the whole. The finish is long and maritime, with lingering peat and iodine notes.
The house
Signatory Vintage is among Scotland's most respected and prolific independent bottlers, recognised for selecting exceptional casks from the country's greatest distilleries. Its Very Cloudy bottlings reflect an absolute commitment to spirit authenticity, refusing any filtration that might diminish the whisky's natural texture and aromatic richness.
Tasting and pairing
This Caol Ila 8 Year Old 2017 Very Cloudy is best enjoyed neat in a tulip glass at room temperature, allowing full appreciation of the fatty texture and aromatic richness preserved by the absence of filtration. A few drops of pure water will reveal more of the fruity notes and maritime complexity. It pairs beautifully with oysters, cold-smoked salmon, hard aged cheese or grilled shellfish, whose iodine will resonate wonderfully with the maritime smoke and natural richness characteristic of this expression.
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