Epicurean 2015 22yo Known as The Ancestor

Known as The Ancestor

Glenmorangie X is a new standard release launched earlier this year (2021) after being created in conjunction with top bartenders - the official positioning

this peated single malt was initially matured for 3 years in American oak before being re-racked into a Pedro Ximénez cask for a further six years and bottled in 2020

with lingering oak spice

The 12yo was discontinued in favour of a no-age-statement release

Epicurean 2015 22yo Known as The AncestorMade from a blend of 61% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Cabernet Franc 7% Malbec and 4% Petit Verdot grape varietals. Grapes were sourced from Stellenbosch with additional Merlot sourced from Durbanville and Cabernet from Darling. Extended maceration followed by 18 19 months barrel maturation in French oak, 60 70% new wood with the balance 2nd and 3rd fill. Residual Sugar is 1. 6g l. Bottled at 14%. (Bottle size 750ml) Nose: Deep and expressive,