This Lagavulin 12YO is deceptive with its inviting golden hue, at first taste this rare beast growls gently, teasing with lemon, salty, sweetness and roasted tea. Intense blackened wood stalks the palate before a long, warming and dry finish, roaring with chilli pepper and great waves of smoke. A classic Lagavulin twelve striking in every way. The king of Islay, in his prime. Fiercely rampant, with a clarity of vision and a sense of purpose none can deny.