[I love Laphroaig]

Masterclass meravigliosi al Whisky Live di Parigi

Si torna in pista (sperando che sia la volta buona) con un pezzo da 90 (e non parlo delle mie parole)
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[I love Laphroaig]

Ecco il calendario completo

The Masterclass area program:

Saturday, September 8th 2012

16h30 – 17h15 : The Balvenie
18h00 – 18h45 : The rums of Velier
19h30 – 20h15 : The Vintage Spirit : Whiskies

Sunday, September 9th 2012

14h30 – 15h15 : Karuizawa, the stuff Japanese dreams are made of
16h00 – 16h45 : The Vintage Spirit : Spirits
17h30 – 18h15 : The Vintage Spirit : Laphroaig through the ages

Monday, September 10th 2012 – Reserved for professionals

11h00 – 11h45 : Glen Grant
12h30 – 13h15 : Karuizawa, the stuff Japanese dreams are made of
15h00 – 15h45 : Press conference - Launch of Caroni 12 yo
16h30 – 17h15 : Mackmyra, the Swedish Whisky


Saturday, September 8th 2012
The Balvenie - The effects of time : Spirit, Cask and Time / 25 euros David STEWART, master blender

In keeping with the theme of Whisky Live Paris 2012 – the relationship betweens spirits brands and time – The Balvenie has titled its Masterclass “The effects of Maturation: Spirit, Cask and Time.” By taking part in this special tasting session, you will follow the development of The Balvenie 30 YO, from birth to coming of age. You will also get to meet David Stewart, one of the living legends of whisky, who will be honouring Whisky Live Paris with his presence, having recently celebrated fifty years in the industry.

On Tasting:
■The Balvenie new make spirit
■30 YO : American Oak Cask Sample
■30 YO : European Oak Cask Sample
■The Balvenie 30 YO

The Rums of Velier / 50 euros
Luca GARGANO, owner of Velier

One of the world’s most renowned experts on rum, Luca Gargano is on a permanent rum treasure hunt and will be with us to present a selection of old rums, all of unique provenance, of great rarity and and of indisputable quality.

On Tasting:
■Alfred Lambs 1949, bottled in 1980 @ 40%
■Skeldon 1973, bottled in 2005 @ 60,5%
■Neisson 1991, bottled in 2007 @ 45%
■Caroni 1993, bottled in 2010 @ 44,4%

The Vintage Spirits : Whisky / 95 euros
Serge Valentin, collector and Malt Maniac, editor of www.whiskyfun.com
Dave Broom, Editor of Whisky Magazine Japan and Malt Maniac

The perfect embodiment of this year’s theme, The Vintage Spirit, this tasting session aims to take you on a true journey through time with a series of really exceptional whiskies. Old vintages, emblematic distilleries, mythical bottlings: this masterclass promises to be one of the highlights of Whisky Live Paris 2012. Expect nothing less than magic!

On Tasting:
■Ardbeg 1973 / 2004, 49.5% OB
■Glen Garioch 1971, 59.6% Samaroli
■Port Ellen 1978 / 2000, 60.5% OB Rare Malts
■Highland Park 1959 / 1980, 21 YO 43% OB


Sunday, September 9th 2012
Karuizawa, the stuff Japanese dreams are made of / 70 euros
Dave BROOM, Editor of Whisky Magazine Japan and Malt Maniac
Marcin MILLER, Founder of Whisky Magazine and Master of the Quaich

One of a small number of distilleries of truly mythical stature, Karuizawa was built in 1955 in the town of the same name, situated in the midst of the Japanese Alps. Having ceased all production in 2000, the number of available bottlings is becoming increasingly rare. Dave Broom, expert on Japanese whisky and Marcin Miller, European Director of Number One Drinks and one half of the company to have bought all remaining stock of this fabled distillery, will present a selection of some of the best examples of this most sought-after single malt.

Tasting:
■Karuizawa 1969 single cask #8183
■Karuizawa 1970 single cask #6177
■Karuizawa 1981 single cask #162
■Karuizawa 1983 single cask #8597


The Vintage Spirit: Spirits / 50 euros
Dave Broom, Editor of Whisky Magazine Japan and Malt Maniac
Luca GARGANO, owner of Velier

As the logical sequel to “The Vintage Spirit: Whiskies” workshop, this tasting session will focus on the effects of passing time on spirits in general. In the company of one of the most acclaimed and influential experts on the subject, we invite you to come and taste four unique products, a testimony to their time and to now long-gone elaboration methods.

On Tasting:
■Chartreuse jaune Tarragone, années 1970 @ 43%
■Cognac Tesseron 1865 @ 40%
■Eau-de-vie Capovilla Riserva del Capo @ 59,6%
■Grappa Barile 30 ans, embouteillée en 2006 @ 46,2%

The Vintage Spirit: Laphroaig through the ages / 90 euros
Serge Valentin, collector and Malt Maniac, editor of www.whiskyfun.com
Dave Broom, Editor of Whisky Magazine Japan and Malt Maniac

This masterclass will make you take you on a very privileged trip straight to the fabled distillery of Laphroaig. Exceptional bottlings, both official and independant, and all extremely sought, these are guaranteed to delight all fans of this legendary Islay distillery.

On Tasting:
■Laphroaig 10 YO Cask Strength First Release, 57.3% OB
■Laphraoig 1980 10 YO Rotation, 43% OB for Bonfanti Import
■Laphroaig 10 YO Unblended, 43% OB for Cinzano
■Laphroaig 1976, 43% OB


Monday, September 10th 2012
Glen Grant
Dennis Malcolm, distillery manager & master distiller

With over 50 years Scotch whisky distilling experience, Dennis Malcolm is truly a vintage edition with great body and character! Join him for a passionate journey through Glen Grant’s history and heritage with a few vintage drams on the way!

On Tasting:
■Glen Grant The Major’s Reserve
■Glen Grant The Distillery Edition
■Glen Grant 1992
■Glen Grant 16 YO

Karuizawa, the Stuff Japanese Dreams are made of
Marcin Miller, Founder of Whisky Magazine and Keeper of the Quaich
Dave Broom, Editor of Whisky Magazine Japan and Malt Maniac

One of a small number of distilleries of truly mythical stature, Karuizawa was built in 1955 in the town of the same name, situated in the midst of the Japanese Alps. Having ceased all production in 2000, the number of available bottlings is becoming increasingly rare. Marcin Miller, European Director of Number One Drinks and one half of the company to have bought all remaining stock of this fabled distillery, will present a selection of some of the best examples of this most sought-after single malt.

On Tasting:
■Karuizawa 1969 single cask #8183
■Karuizawa 1970 single cask #6177
■Karuizawa 1981 single cask #162
■Karuizawa 1983 single cask #8597

Press Conference & Official Product Launch for Caroni 12 YO
Luca Gargano, director of Velier

On the occasion of the official French launch of Caroni 12 YO, this press conference will bring together a selection of journalists and Luca Gargano, internationally acclaimed rum expert and pioneer. Standard-bearer for the now closed Caroni distillery, he will present this latest version and relate the story of its creation.

On Tasting:
■ Caroni 12 YO

Mackmyra, the Swedish Whisky
Angela D’ORAZIO, master distiller

The fulfilment of a dream to create the first ever Swedish whisky, Mackmyra was built in the late 1990s by eight friends sharing a common passion. A subtle blend of charm and tradition on one hand, and creativity and pragmatism on the other, Mackmyra is a whisky in constant evolution. This masterclass, given by master distiller Angel d’Orazio, is the perfect opportunity to discover the uniqueness of this most famous of the Scandinavian distilleries. As well three carefully selected standard bottlings, Angela will also be presenting for the first time in France a special limited edition, Whisky Moment-Urberg.

On Tasting :
■Mackmyra Bruks
■Mackmyra Special 07 – Hope
■Mackmyra Special 08 – Handpicked
■Mackmyra Moment – Urberg

[angelshare]

Ottimo suggerimento per la prossima degustazione dove stapperai le tue cosi' ci farai partecipi. Il 10 costa 27 euro adesso, quindi con 120 euro ce la caviamo. Io mi imbuchero' come giornalista a qualcuno di quelli meno prestigiosi di lunedi' (sempre che arrivi l'accredito...)

[I love Laphroaig]

(sempre che arrivi l'accredito...)

Ti vedo già tentare di assaltare la recinzione del festival al grido Liberté, Egalité, Fraternité sapendoci dentro a gozzovigliare

ma come funziona per queste degustazioni di lunedì? si prenotano prima, sul posto, quanto si pagano... insomma, c'è qualcosa che devo fare prima di partire?

[I love Laphroaig]

ma come funziona per queste degustazioni di lunedì? si prenotano prima, sul posto, quanto si pagano... insomma, c'è qualcosa che devo fare prima di partire?

Ho fatto richiesta questo pomeriggio, quando mi rispondono vi faccio sapere.

Ottimo suggerimento per la prossima degustazione dove stapperai le tue cosi' ci farai partecipi. Il 10 costa 27 euro adesso, quindi con 120 euro ce la caviamo. Io mi imbuchero' come giornalista a qualcuno di quelli meno prestigiosi di lunedi' (sempre che arrivi l'accredito...)

d'ambrosio su feisbuk dice che ha dei biglietti per chi è interessato.......

[angelshare]

L'accredito è arrivato. GP ci vediam la?

[I love Laphroaig]

GP ci vediam la?

Dai GP lascia in pace dmrx per un giorno

GP ci vediam la?

Dai GP lascia in pace dmrx per un giorno

Secondo me non si fida ad abbandonare l' NBS...