2011 TrCW 13y

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Linkwood, established in 1821, is a Speyside distillery renowned for producing elegant, fruity single malts with distinctive grassy and malty character. This 2011 TrCW exemplifies the distillery's refined style, combining refill bourbon maturation with first-fill Pedro Ximénez sherry hogshead finishing for layered complexity and richness. On the nose, expect banana skins, fudge, and croissant notes with hints of grist and subtle ash. The palate reveals a creamy texture with bright apples and generous citrus zest, particularly grapefruit peel, followed by drier, chalky notes and grassy undertones. Spice emerges gracefully—white pepper, nutmeg, and hints of liquorice—while the sherry influence adds red fruits, grape, and subtle chocolate-orange sweetness. The finish is long and warming, with lingering fruitiness and a whisper of spice that invites another sip.

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