Ardnamurchan AD/06.22 Paul Launois ReleaseHighland Single Malt Scotch Whisky Distillery Bottling 70cl 57. 5% Ardnamurchan AD 06. 22 Paul Launois is a sequel to the splendid Ardnamurchan AD 04. 21, and like its predecessor this special edition is a small batch cask strength unpeated Ardnamurchan, the majority of which was reracked into casks that formerly held artisan Mesnil producer Paul Launois's ex Champagne casks. Sadly, of course, the honeyed, fruity Ardnamurchan AD 06. 22 is a very

Bottler Matthew Gloag & Son Limited

Wonderfully satisfying and fulfilling

gutsy spirit shines at 46% and was well overdue a revival

because it usually means just one thing - another earth-shattering long-aged dram is about to drop

A 1995 Glen Elgin drawn from a single Hogshead

A single cask Edradour 2011 10-year-old Highland single malt whisky bottled by owners Signatory Vintage for their Un-Chillfiltered Collection

orange and cinnamon flavours complemented by a touch of charred oak

nutmeg and subtle smoke

Nose: Lively and vibrant

There have been several stunning official examples of HP at this age in recent years

More old style

Glenallachie 30-year-old comes from nine of these casks