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The Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2009 Sassicaia is a distinctive Islay single malt Scotch whisky bottled by Gordon & MacPhail for their acclaimed Connoisseurs Choice series. Distilled in 2009 and given a unique two-year secondary maturation in Sassicaia wine casks, this special release was bottled in June 2022, yielding 3,550 bottles. The influence of Italian wine oak brings vibrant red-fruit sweetness and herbal depth that beautifully complement Caol Ila’s clean coastal smoke and citrus character.

Why We Think You’ll Love It

  • Distilled in 2009 and double matured for 2 years in Sassicaia casks

  • Bottled June 2022 by Gordon & MacPhail for the Connoisseurs Choice series

  • Limited release of 3,550 bottles

  • Combines Caol Ila’s coastal peat with vibrant red-fruit and wine-cask complexity

  • A rare and innovative Islay single malt with a distinctive finishing profile

The Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2009 Sassicaia Connoisseurs Choice offers a fascinating fusion of Islay smoke and Italian wine-cask elegance. Bold, balanced, and full of character, this release is a standout choice for collectors and fans of unique cask finishes.

Bottle Information

Bottler: Gordon & MacPhail
Cask Type: sassicaia casks
ABV: 45.00%
Type: Single Malt Scotch
Region: Islay
Age: 13 Year Old
Vintage: 2009
Volume: 70cl

Tasting Notes

Nose Aromatic smoke intertwined with red berries, sea breeze, vanilla, and a touch of herbal freshness. Palate Complex and lively, offering flavours of smoky malt, raspberry, sweet spice, grilled citrus, and soft oak, enriched by subtle wine-driven tannins. Finish Long, smoky, and fruit-led, with lingering embers, maritime salt, and dried berries.
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Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2009 Sassicaia Connoisseurs Choice

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