Step into the world of artisan Highland whisky with Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 Pinot Noir, a limited release featuring 1st Fill Pinot Noir Casks sourced from Italy’s esteemed Michael Eppan winery. Bottled in January 2025 with an outturn of 1,422 bottles, this expression epitomizes Edradour’s boutique craftsmanship—melding the distillery’s naturally rich, silky spirit with the nuanced fruit and subtle tannin of Pinot Noir. Unchill-filtered for optimal flavor, each sip offers a red-wine-inspired twist on Edradour’s signature style.
Why We Think You’ll Love It:
- Showcases Edradour’s small-scale, craft approach, accentuated by Italian Pinot Noir cask influence
- 12-year maturation creates a fine balance between lush red-fruit notes and comforting toffee sweetness
- A limited run of 1,422 bottles—making it both collectible and exceptionally crafted
- Perfect for those seeking wine-cask experimentation, highlighting the synergy of Highland spirit and fruity red-wine depth
Savor the enchanting blend of Edradour’s classic richness and Pinot Noir finesse—an unforgettable dram that stands at the crossroads of Highland tradition and Italian viticultural flair.
Bottle Information
Bottle Information
Bottler: Distillery
Cask Type: 1st Fill Pinot Noir Casks Michael Eppan Winery
Cask #: #709-7012
ABV: 48.2%
Type: Single Malt
Region: Highland
Age: 12 Year Old
Vintage: 2012
Volume: 70cl
Tasting Notes
Tasting Notes
Nose: Notes of sticky toffee, raisin, and gentle floral honey, elevated by a soft wave of dark cherry fruitiness
Palate: A smooth palate of milk chocolate, cola sweetness, and a hint of baking spice, balanced by Knockando’s trademark malty core
Finish: Long and warming, culminating in traces of sherry-soaked oak, light coffee nuances, and a lingering touch of molasses sweetness.
