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An amazing both fresh and peaty nose. Nice and discrete hints of citrus and exotic fruits behind a veil of smoke. Just a very nice balance, no overwhelming domination by any of the components. Balance and lightness characterise the best this promising nose. It develops constantly, without losing any of its initial qualities.
In the palate, peat is the first to appear, first smooth but getting stronger and stronger, giving a sensation of dryness in the mouth, developing soon on fruity notes with a nice acidity which comes over the initial peaty notes.
The finish is very interesting too, with still this perfect balance between peat and fruit. It is exceptionally long, both warm and fresh.
This is a bottle made from nuances. It is exceptionally refined.

2008

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The first nosing reveals nice smoky hints, and behind this smoke, some nice fruity notes (citrus) and remarkable peaty hints. A smell of wet earth as well. The whole is very rich in flavours and really complex.
In the palate, peat and citrus fruits seem to dominate, and some fine woody touches are present too. A great balance between citrus acidity and peat dryness, which is nearly magic. A great pleasure.
The finish is lingering, salty, very pleasant. A really great Ardbeg.
2005