Tomatin 12 yo (2010/2023), The Italian Collection (Barolo Casks – 3 of 3), 46%

Introduction

Tomatin’s Italian Collection represents a unique marriage of Scottish whisky tradition and Italian wine heritage, with this Barolo cask finish completing the celebrated three-part series.

Production Method

• Raw materials: Scottish malted barley from the Highland region, processed at Tomatin Distillery in the Scottish Highlands
• Distillation process: Double distillation in Tomatin’s traditional copper pot stills
• Maturation: Initially matured in traditional oak casks for the majority of its 12 years, before being finished in select Barolo wine casks from northern Italy
• Special techniques: Non-chill filtered and bottled at 46% to preserve the full complexity of flavors from the Barolo cask influence

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Red berries, vinous notes, honey sweetness, with subtle oak spices and dried fruits
• Palate: Rich wine-influenced character with layers of red apple, dried cherries, vanilla, and baking spices, complemented by Tomatin’s signature malty backbone
• Finish: Long and warming with lingering notes of dark chocolate, red wine tannins, and sweet oak

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: Room temperature (16-18°C)
• Glass recommendation: Tulip-shaped whisky glass or Glencairn
• Serving ideas: Best enjoyed neat to appreciate the full complexity, though a few drops of water may release additional aromatic compounds
• Food pairings: Dark chocolate, aged cheese like Parmigiano-Reggiano, or charcuterie featuring Italian cured meats

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 46% ABV
• Bottle size: 70cl
• Country/Region of origin: Scotland, Highlands
• Certifications/Awards: Limited edition collectors’ item, final bottle (3 of 3) in The Italian Collection series

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

Tomatin 12 Year Old Barolo Cask Finish represents a masterful fusion of Highland whisky tradition and prestigious Italian wine influence.

As the third and final release in The Italian Collection, this limited edition bottling will soon become increasingly difficult to find once allocated.

Created by Tomatin’s master distillers with decades of expertise, this expression exemplifies their commitment to innovative cask experimentation while honoring traditional Scottish whisky craftsmanship.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Whisky enthusiasts and collectors worldwide have eagerly anticipated each release in The Italian Collection, with the previous editions receiving acclaim for their distinctive wine cask influences.

Those who have committed to collecting the series will find this final Barolo cask edition essential to complete their collection and experience the full spectrum of Italian wine influences on Tomatin’s spirit.

The series has garnered particular praise from experts for its thoughtful exploration of how prestigious Italian wine casks can enhance and transform the character of Highland single malt.

From Tomatin Distillery to You

By selecting this special edition, you’re receiving a bottle that represents years of patient maturation and careful finishing by Tomatin’s dedicated craftspeople.

The approachable yet complex nature of this whisky makes it both accessible to newcomers and fascinating for experienced whisky aficionados seeking new flavor dimensions.

Join the community of Tomatin enthusiasts who appreciate the distillery’s heritage while embracing innovative approaches – secure your bottle of this final chapter in The Italian Collection today.