Scotch Universe Lunar Crater- Balboa (Linkwood) - 13YO, 2009/2022, 52.4%

Scotch Universe

Scotch Universe Lunar Crater- Balboa (Linkwood) - 13YO, 2009/2022, 52.4%

Type - Single malt whisky
Vintage- 2009
Bottled- 2022
Cask type- 1st Fill Rioja Barrique
Strength - 52.4% vol.
Content - 700ml

Code deciphered.....

160 months of maturation
U- Unpeated
4- Riojo Barrique (Spanish Red Wine)
1- First Fill
1821- Linkwood was established in 1821
2- Speyside

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Online Tasting Note for reference-

Nose - Dry red wine with notes of oak, red currant and carambola. Becomes a little sweeter over time with more intense fruit notes to which cherry and strawberry are added.

Palate - Smooth and fruity, with not quite ripe blackberries, black cherries and dark currants. Overall darker, more intensely fruity than on the nose. Complemented by milk chocolate towards the end.

Finish - Medium length. The chocolate is pushed out by the fruits, which are becoming even darker, and the wine barrel is particularly evident on the finish with light tannins.