Well, i have a fully formed opinion of Bowmore. I have declared myself a Bowmore soldier since i visited the distillery, but i often find their core expressions to lack some things here and there, that made believe that this wasn't the best Islay Whisky when i first tasted it. After having some of their rare expressions, i can honestly say that a hard to find Bowmore, or a special release will be always worth buying, since those releases are great. And this is the case of this single malt matured in 1st Fill Ex-Château Lagrange Grand Cru Classé, and bottled 48.4%abv. Chateau Lagrange is one of the few wineries that have obtained the "Grand Cru Classé" denomination, which is reserved for special high end bordeaux wines. This is a 21 year old Whisky. On the nose, it is perfect, crazy complex. It starts with an intense old orange note very appealing. A thick layer of brown sugar mixed with cocoa milk formula, oranges and lemon peel. Incredible. Povidone cream. Recently cut grass. Out of nowhere a red fruit note appeared, like it was lurking behind the povidone note. Super fancy caramel and salt; burnt caramel, Créme bruleé. This is super complex and amazingly interesting. Definitively brown sugar notes. Rum and raisins ice cream have appeared after letting it breath. Apples and lemons. 10 minutes have passed, now it is impalpable sugar. Spectacular. On the palate, it starts with red apples and a  sulphuric, metallic note. Salty and "caramelish" feeling. A second sip gave me Marshmallows, toffee and caramel in such a fancy and delicious way. The a pepper note kicks your soul. Everything well delivered. Lips scorching salt. Gooseberries. Aftertaste has this lovely smoke with hints of hay. Caramel. A little bit salty and short on the first sip. The finish is just an uncanny puff of smoke. Incredible ending, super rewarding. Overall, i dont even know why i am not giving it a perfect score. (Actually it lost 2 points on the palate) because this is one of the most enjoyable drams i have had lately. There are layers of notes that are delivered to you in a wonderful way. Truly a masterpiece, i would drink this forever. My score for it is 98 over 100.