Single Malt Whisky, Ireland
Inspired by Bordeaux’s greatest chateaux, the Cuvée concept is the apogee of Waterford Distillery’s radical, novel philosophy. By harvesting, distilling, and maturing Irish barley farm by farm – each expressing its own distinct terroir-derived flavour profile – an unprecedented flavour library is achieved. By drawing on these building blocks, Head Distiller Ned Gahan can bring them together, layer by layer, to create the ultimate in complexity – where the whole is greater than simply the sum of the parts.
Argot, a single malt whisky, is created as a vibrant, enthusiastic, devil-may-care bottling, which brings together several of Waterford’s Single Farm Origins for beguiling depth and ultimate complexity with a mere hint of true Irish peat. Argot eschews a gift carton, with the creativity of bringing together the flavours of the uber-specific focus of their Single Farm Origins, for ultimate harmony and complexity in the same way as Bordeaux Grand Vin and Champagne Grand Marques – and as always full transparency and traceability. As a little brother to The Cuvée, this bottling is a compelling entry point to Waterford Whisky.
Tasting Notes
Profile: Complex.
Nose: Orange peel, almonds stewed apple, bread crust, green foliage, mixed berries, fennel, and white chocolate.
Palate: Bell peppers, granola, grapefruit, smokey barbecue, banana milkshake, and green apple skin.
Finish: Long, warming, peppery, and dry.