Kilchoman Sanaig

THE HOLY SPIRITS VIEW
Kilchoman has consistently delivered decent whisky but constantly progressed too. This edition of Sanaig is so good it may just about "dethrone" Port Charlotte 10yo as the best peated malt on the affordable side of Islay. Peat+Sherry heaven.
 
THE OFFICIAL BLURB
Named after an inlet on Islay’s rugged Atlantic coast, Sanaig is a vatting of both sherry and bourbon casks. The high proportion of Oloroso sherry influence adding a balance of dried fruits and spices to classic Kilchoman citrus sweetness and peat smoke character.
 
TASTING NOTES
Nose: Fragrant heather, raisins, pear, orange peel, stoned fruits, mixed spices and rich peat smoke
Palate: Over ripe plums, red cherries and hints of citrus followed by rich barbeque peat smoke, toffee, oak and dark chocolate
Finish: Mouth-coating mixed fruit, caramel, cinnamon and clove with layers of brown sugar, spices, peat smoke and lasting sweetness.