Glenmorangie
The Lasanta - 15 Years Old
- 43
- 70cl
- Taste: 2
- Highlands
Glenmorangie was founded in 1843 by brothers John and William Matheson in the town of Tain, in the Highlands of Scotland. The distillery's site originally hosted a brewery, but the Matheson brothers converted it into a whisky distillery, using second-hand gin stills. Originally operating as a small-scale distillery, Glenmorangie began to gain a good reputation by the late 19th century. The distillery underwent several ownership changes throughout the 20th century....
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Glenmorangie was founded in 1843 by brothers John and William Matheson in the town of Tain, in the Highlands of Scotland. The distillery's site originally hosted a brewery, but the Matheson brothers converted it into a whisky distillery, using second-hand gin stills.
Originally operating as a small-scale distillery, Glenmorangie began to gain a good reputation by the late 19th century. The distillery underwent several ownership changes throughout the 20th century. In 1918, Macdonald and Muir acquired Glenmorangie, playing a crucial role in expanding the distillery's production capacity and market reach. Today, the company is operated by Moet Hennessy, who acquired the brand in 2004. Glenmorangie is famous for its exceptionally tall stills, which stand at 8 meters - some of the tallest in Scotland.
Described as an expression inspired by the universal beauty of sunsets, this whisky represents Dr. Bill's effort to capture that sense of warmth and radiance in liquid form.
Aged for 15 years in Bourbon and Oloroso Sherry casks, The Lasanta offers a complex balance of flavours, including notes of raisins, honey, toffee, clove, and cinnamon. The extended maturation enhances the signature rich spice and sweetness, creating greater depth, elegance, and harmony in its character.
Official Tasting Notes
Colour - Rosewood.
Aroma - Rich, aromatic, spicy and deep, with notes of mead, honeycomb, walnut and a touch of charcoal. A splash of water opens up the powerful bouquet. Some more floral and fruity top notes, like carnation, flowering currants, chocolate-coated raisins, baking bread and toffee.
Taste - A sizzling, spicy mouthfeel leads into a burst of rich flavours such as Brazil nuts in toffee, molasses, charcoal, cinnamon and clove, with a background of leather, oak tannins and dark chocolate.
Finish - Long and lingering, with hints of Seville orange marmalade, dates and treacle.
Originally operating as a small-scale distillery, Glenmorangie began to gain a good reputation by the late 19th century. The distillery underwent several ownership changes throughout the 20th century. In 1918, Macdonald and Muir acquired Glenmorangie, playing a crucial role in expanding the distillery's production capacity and market reach. Today, the company is operated by Moet Hennessy, who acquired the brand in 2004. Glenmorangie is famous for its exceptionally tall stills, which stand at 8 meters - some of the tallest in Scotland.
Described as an expression inspired by the universal beauty of sunsets, this whisky represents Dr. Bill's effort to capture that sense of warmth and radiance in liquid form.
Aged for 15 years in Bourbon and Oloroso Sherry casks, The Lasanta offers a complex balance of flavours, including notes of raisins, honey, toffee, clove, and cinnamon. The extended maturation enhances the signature rich spice and sweetness, creating greater depth, elegance, and harmony in its character.
Official Tasting Notes
Colour - Rosewood.
Aroma - Rich, aromatic, spicy and deep, with notes of mead, honeycomb, walnut and a touch of charcoal. A splash of water opens up the powerful bouquet. Some more floral and fruity top notes, like carnation, flowering currants, chocolate-coated raisins, baking bread and toffee.
Taste - A sizzling, spicy mouthfeel leads into a burst of rich flavours such as Brazil nuts in toffee, molasses, charcoal, cinnamon and clove, with a background of leather, oak tannins and dark chocolate.
Finish - Long and lingering, with hints of Seville orange marmalade, dates and treacle.
Tasting Rating Guide
1: Light, good for beginners - an aperitif on a summers day, i.e. Glengoyne, Auchentoshan
2: Also good for beginners but with more depth and body - a little stronger than 1, ie. Glenmorangie, Speyburn
3: A dram for everyone, a little more complex so the palate requires a little more experience, i.e. Cragganmore, Macallan
4: A stronger spirit, a big whisky with lots of character and body, excellent after dinner, i.e. Lagavulin, Laphroaig