Nikka Single Malt Whisky Miyagikyo 90
Nikka Single Malt Whisky Miyagikyo 90
Product Description
Located in the valley of Miyagi, a region in the north of Japans Honshu island known for its pure air and the quality of its natural springs, the Miyagikyo distillery produces a refined malt whisky with a signature fruity and floral freshness. The single malt Miyagikyo bottling represents the perfect expression of the distillery's delicate character, with an emphasis on ex-sherry casks for maturation to bring added depth to this whisky's natural charm.Brand Description
Nikka Whisky continues a legacy of marrying tradition and innovation, as set forth by its founder Masataka Taketsuru. Guided by Taketsuru's philosophies, variations of malt whiskies distilled at Nikka's two distinct distilleries - Yoichi and Miyagikyo - and grain whiskies distilled in Coffey stills remain the core pillars of Nikka's complexity and creativity. Today, Nikka offers a wide variety of artisanal expressions brought by its unique assets and skillful blendingNOTES OF
SCENT & FLAVOR
COLOR
Deep colour, almost opaque.
NOSE
Aroma of excellent complexity, with wild bush and spicy notes like curry, pepper and ginger, red berries and black fruits mixed with a light cacao touch, the result of a good maturation, along with a slightly stony finish.
PALATE
On the palate it has a powerful attack, with a lively acidity, firm and well present tannins, wild bush and red berry notes, with an extremely long finish and great concentration.
“Thanks to the characteristics and potential of the vineyards at Quinta do Seixo, it was possible to cut through the strong maturations of this year's harvest. As a result, we produced very balanced and robust wines, with aromatic notes typical of more mature years.” - Luís Sottomayor, head of Sogrape's winemaking
ORIGINS
Quinta do Seixo Vintage is a unique expression of this renowned estate, where a combination of soil, slope inclination, sun exposure and reduced amount of available water contribute to the production of intense and complex wines.The 100-year-old vines producing Port create wines full of intensity, character and freshness.