Old Pulteney “Coastal Series” Pineau des Charentes Single Malt Scotch Whisky is a unique, limited-release expression from Old Pulteney, inspired by French and Scottish ageing traditions. This whisky is matured in casks previously used to age Pineau des Charentes — a fortified French wine from the Charentes region — allowing the Scotch to absorb subtle wine-cask influences.

Combining Old Pulteney’s signature maritime, coastal character with delicate fruit and fortified-wine notes from the Pineau des Charentes cask, this release delivers an intriguing balance of sea-salt mineral qualities, coastal freshness, and gentle sweetness. It’s ideal for whisky enthusiasts looking for an elegant, nuanced Scotch with a refined finish.

This expression is perfect for sipping neat, with a drop of water, or enjoying as part of a curated whisky tasting. It offers a sophisticated alternative for those who appreciate both Scotch and fortified-wine-cask finishes.

Tasting Notes 

Nose

• Gentle coastal saltiness and sea breeze character — evocative of maritime air near the sea.

• Soft notes of dried apricot, peach, and light orchard fruit, reminiscent of fortified-wine cask influence.

• Delicate vanilla, honeyed malt, and light oak spice, mingling with a faint floral or waxy nuance.

Palate

• Smooth and medium-bodied. Flavors of ripe stone fruit (apricot, peach), light honey, and soft malt sweetness rise up first.

• A subtle sweet spice — perhaps a hint of cinnamon or soft baking spice — with a touch of saline mineral character that reminds of Old Pulteney’s coastal origins.

• Light toasted oak and a gentle background of wine-cask sweetness — not overly assertive, but giving complexity and elegance.

Finish

• Medium-long and graceful. Lingering fruit sweetness, soft malt, and gentle coastal salinity fade slowly.

• A subtle echo of wine-cask influence — gentle dried fruit and oak spice — remains in the background, leaving a smooth, refined aftertaste.