The Highlands based Tomatin Distillery, has announced the
launch of the fifth expression in its limited-edition Warehouse 6 Collection.
Tomatin 1978 (47% ABV) is a 42 Year Old single malt Scotch whisky,
which is comprised of two single casks, which after 30 years of maturation were
transferred into first fill Oloroso Sherry casks for a further decade of aging.
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| Tomatin 1978 |
This latest release in the series, which pays tribute to the Tomatin craftsmen that have been custodians of their whisky for generations, follows on from their 1971, 1972, 1975 and 1977 bottlings.
Ahead of its official release, Tomatin 1978 has been awarded
Gold Outstanding at the International Wine and Spirit competition, scoring 98
points and proceeded to win the trophy in the Single Malt Scotch Whisky 26
Years and Over category.
Commenting on the launch, Graham Eunson, Master Distiller at
Tomatin, said: “With over forty-two years’ patience comes reward. I am
extremely proud of this luxurious single malt. Cask 49541 and 49542 marry
together in perfect harmony to produce aromas of stewed fruits, dark maple
syrup and bursts of orange peel and bergamot, meeting soft flavours of dark
chocolate, warming spices and salted caramel before a long, silky finish. The
1978 is a truly remarkable expression.”
Limited to 350 bottles, Tomatin 1978 will be available later
this month from specialist retailers, for a RRP of £3,000.
Posted by Steve Rush