Part of a private collection. Vintage: 1974 strength: 43% Ledaig is Gaelic for "Safe Haven" and refers to the original name for the area, with the idea being that once the sea-farers reached the harbour they would be safe from the fierce, West Coast seas. A new limited release Ledaig 18 year old enclosed in a cracking presentation. Nose: Rich, Fruity sherried mokiness, lovley balance of phenols, seawood and light creosote, dried chilli flakes, spicy black pepper with hints of sweet oakiness. Palate: Powerful rich, sherried, herbal smoky flavours, orange peel, coffee, a touch of sea salt, tobacco and white pepper. Finish: Long and quite pungent with more smoke, a hint of liquorice and sea spray.