1997 Berrys' Own Selection Bunnahabhain, Peated

Bunnahabhain translates as “mouth of the river” from the gaelic, the river in question being the Margadale which flows into the Sound of Islay near to the distillery. Although generally a lighter style of Islay with less peat-smoke this expression bucks the trend.

To the nose there is obvious full peatiness with earthy, herbal and tobacco qualities. The palate is quite muscular with smoky, peppery infusions and the quieter apple notes playing second fiddle. A dry, lingering smoky finish rounds off events.