Blair Athol 2013 Signatory Vintage 9 Years Old – The Nectar Exclusive
This Blair Athol was distilled in September 2013 and bottled in October 2022 after 9 years of maturation by Signatory Vintage for The Un-Chillfiltered Collection.
The whisky matured in dechar/rechar hogshead #311195 and was bottled exclusively for The Nectar. 328 bottles of this single cask were released at 46% ABV, non-chill filtered and with no added coloring.
The nose reveals notes of citrus, honey, and soft grain, complemented by a light spiciness. The palate is fresh and balanced with citrus notes, honey-sweet malt, and a subtle hint of pepper.
The finish is pleasantly spicy and slightly sweet, with lingering notes of citrus, malt, and soft spices.
An accessible Highland single malt with a fresh, honeyed style and a beautiful balance between fruitiness and spiciness.