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Glenmorangie Sonnalta PX
Glenmorangie

Glenmorangie Sonnalta PX

4.20 Very good

11 reviews11 ratings

82 critic score Above average for whiskey

Whiskey Scotch Highlands No age statement 46% ABV

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About this bottle

Dr. Bill Lumsden, Glenmorangie's Head of Distilling and Whisky Creation, has spearheaded a significant shift in Scotch whisky production, with an increasing number of whiskies moving beyond aging solely in standard bourbon barrels. A notable creation by Lumsden is Sonnalta, meaning "Generous" in Gaelic. This expression is finished in ex-Pedro Ximénez sherry casks and was the inaugural release in the Private Edition Range. Initially launched in 2009 for Travel Retail, it soon became available globally, though it is now less common.

How it tastes

Measured across 14 flavor axes. Tap a note to find other bottles that lead with it.

Oily 75
Full Bodied 70
Sweet 65
Vanilla 65
Rich 60
Fruity 55
Tart 45
Floral 40

Reviews

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Lonnie Juarez 3.0

NOSE Sweet sherry, citrus, copper, leather, toasted graham crackers, vanilla, and nuts alongside some dried fruit. The PX notes are bold and prominent right from the start. PALATE Thick, syrupy, sweet sherry, dry fruit leather, malt, vanilla cupcakes with orange frosting, roasted nuts, and a touch of baking spice. A robust palate that showcases significant PX sherry influence. FINISH Medium to long -> Sherry, roasted nuts, char, toasted graham crackers, and a hint of metallic citrus as it fades.

Preston Whitlock 5.0

This was an experience! Tried it at a bar, not realizing how uncommon and costly it was. Tasting it blew my mind. Pretty cool for the whiskey scene, but tasting this will be my favorite memory for a long time!

Nettie Blanco 5.0

The ultimate sherry scotch experience.

Luz Woo 5.0

Delicious.

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