Product Description
Boldly expressive and intriguingly nuanced, the Ledaig Sinclair Series Rioja Wine Cask Finish marries Islay’s signature peaty intensity with the red fruit, spice, and subtle tannic lift of Spanish Rioja wine cask influence. This whisky is rich and layered yet surprisingly balanced—smoke and sweet fruit in seamless harmony.
Origins & Craftsmanship
Distilled at Ledaig, the peaty single malt expression from Tobermory Distillery on the Isle of Mull, this release is part of the Sinclair Series, a line dedicated to innovative cask finishes. Ledaig’s core character—robust peat smoke, coastal salinity, and underlying malt sweetness—provides a powerful canvas.
For the Rioja Wine Cask Finish, the matured spirit undergoes a secondary period of ageing in carefully selected former Rioja wine barriques. These Spanish oak barrels, infused with the vibrant red fruit and subtle spice of Rioja, impart nuanced layers of dried cherry, plum, and soft tannin into the smoky Islay malt. The result is a whisky that feels both adventurous and grounded, with each influence enriching rather than overpowering the other.
Tasting Profile
Nose:
Bracingly aromatic, with rich peat smoke and sea spray tempered by aromas of ripe red cherry, plum compote, and warm spice. Underneath, notes of vanilla pod, orange zest, and toasted oak emerge.
Palate:
Medium- to full-bodied and dynamic, opening with classic Ledaig peat and brine before unveiling layered fruit influences from the Rioja finish. Ripe berry notes—blackcurrant, red plum, dried cherry—meld with subtle cocoa, clove, and soft oak spice, while the underlying smoke adds structure without harshness.
Finish:
Long, warming, and balanced, with lingering smoky spice, gently tannic red fruit, and a faint echo of citrus peel that carries through with depth and finesse.
Quick Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| ABV / Proof | 43.6% ABV |
| Origin / Region | Isle of Mull, Scotland |
| Production or Base | Peated Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
| Aging or Maturation | Matured in oak; finished in Rioja wine barriques |
| Aromas & Flavors | Peat smoke, red fruit, spice, oak, sea salt |
| Style / Identity | Innovative cask-finish Islay malt with Rioja flair |
Availability & Sizing
Price History
Historical Data
Last 1 days of price history
| Date | Low Price | High Price | Average Price | Vendors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 7, 2026 | $72.00 | $72.00 | $72.00 | 1 |
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Description
Boldly expressive and intriguingly nuanced, the Ledaig Sinclair Series Rioja Wine Cask Finish marries Islay’s signature peaty intensity with the red fruit, spice, and subtle tannic lift of Spanish Rioja wine cask influence. This whisky is rich and layered yet surprisingly balanced—smoke and sweet fruit in seamless harmony. Origins & CraftsmanshipDistilled at Ledaig, the peaty single malt expression from Tobermory Distillery on the Isle of Mull, this release is part of the Sinclair Series, a line dedicated to innovative cask finishes. Ledaig’s core character—robust peat smoke, coastal salinity, and underlying malt sweetness—provides a powerful canvas. For the Rioja Wine Cask Finish, the matured spirit undergoes a secondary period of ageing in carefully selected former Rioja wine barriques. These Spanish oak barrels, infused with the vibrant red fruit and subtle spice of Rioja, impart nuanced layers of dried cherry, plum, and soft tannin into the smoky Islay malt. The result is a whisky that feels both adventurous and grounded, with each influence enriching rather than overpowering the other. Tasting Profile Nose:Bracingly aromatic, with rich peat smoke and sea spray tempered by aromas of ripe red cherry, plum compote, and warm spice. Underneath, notes of vanilla pod, orange zest, and toasted oak emerge. Palate:Medium- to full-bodied and dynamic, opening with classic Ledaig peat and brine before unveiling layered fruit influences from the Rioja finish. Ripe berry notes—blackcurrant, red plum, dried cherry—meld with subtle cocoa, clove, and soft oak spice, while the underlying smoke adds structure without harshness. Finish:Long, warming, and balanced, with lingering smoky spice, gently tannic red fruit, and a faint echo of citrus peel that carries through with depth and finesse. Quick Overview Category Details ABV / Proof 43.6% ABV Origin / Region Isle of Mull, Scotland Production or Base Peated Single Malt Scotch Whisky Aging or Maturation Matured in oak; finished in Rioja wine barriques Aromas & Flavors Peat smoke, red fruit, spice, oak, sea salt Style / Identity Innovative cask-finish Islay malt with Rioja flair
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