Linkwood 2011 Ribera de Duero #450 Old Friends - 56,1%
The first impression belongs to the nose. It is greeted here by a deep, dark fruitiness before the palate tells the story of 15 years of maturation in Spanish oak. This Linkwood from “The Old Friends” is a prime example of how a distinctive cask character and an elegant spirit base can merge into a harmonious whole.
The first fill Ribera del Duero barrique shapes this 15-year-old Linkwood. Dark fruit and cocoa give it a seductive note.
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Product information "Linkwood 2011 Ribera de Duero #450 Old Friends - 56,1%"
Distilled in February 2011 at the long-established Linkwood Distillery, this single malt spent its entire 15-year maturation in a 1st fill Ribera del Duero barrique. This first-fill red wine cask from one of Spain's most renowned wine regions has a decisive influence on the whisky, giving it its deep amber hue. Independent bottler “The Old Friends” dedicates this edition to the theme “King & Counsellor”, reflected in the nostalgic label design illustrating King Arthur and Merlin. It was bottled in August 2026 as an exclusive single cask in a limited edition of just 430 bottles.
The bouquet reveals an intense mélange of ripe plums, juicy cherries and a fine vanilla note, underpinned by wintry cinnamon. On the palate, the power of 56.1% vol. shows itself in a full-bodied texture that carries notes of dark chocolate, raisins and malty sweetness. The structure of the Ribera del Duero wine is clearly noticeable, lending the dram a noble dryness and a deep, almost velvety complexity. The finish is marked by cocoa and a long-lasting, spicy oak note.
This Linkwood is a recommendation for connoisseurs who appreciate the interplay of powerful wine cask notes and mature spirit. Given the high cask strength, it is worth experimenting with a few drops of water to bring out the fruity nuances of the malted barley even further. It is the ideal companion for a special evening when you take your time to follow the aromatic development in the glass. An honest whisky with no added colouring and non-chill-filtered, putting the craft of cask selection centre stage.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Inviting notes of ripe cherries and dark plums blend with the delicate sweetness of vanilla and a hint of cinnamon.
Palate: Full-bodied malt combines with juicy cherries and raisins to form a complex profile, given depth by dark chocolate and the dry nuances of the red wine cask.
Finish: The finish is long-lasting, with intense cocoa and a distinctive oak spice that skilfully rounds off the multi-layered character.
Product details
| Type: | Single Malt |
|---|---|
| Country: | Scotland |
| Region: | Speyside |
| Distillery: | Linkwood |
| Bottler: | Michel Reick |
| Age: | 15 years |
| Alcohol content: | 56.1% |
| Content: | 700 ml |
| Date distilled: | Februar 2011 |
| Date bottled: | August 2026 |
| Cask type: | 1st Fill Ribera del Duero Barrique |
| Peated: | No |
| Cask strength: | Yes |
| Single cask: | Yes |
| Colouring: | No |
| Chill-filtered: | No |
Mandatory information
Food business operator Kirsch Import GmbH & Co. KG, Mackenstedter Str. 7, 28816 Stuhr, DE
Manufacturer Linkwood Distillery, Linkwood Road, Elgin Moray IV30 8RD, Scotland, UK
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