90 / 100
At 58.7% ABV, this is a high-strength single malt, and the sweet Pedro Ximenez character gives that strength a compelling companion. Rich sherry, raisins and dark fruit lead into chocolate, spice and dried fruit, with oak carrying through to a long, warming finish. I’m drawn to the balance of concentrated sweetness and spice here; it sounds generous without relying on sweetness alone.
Reviewed by busstop lantern
- Nose
- Rich sherry, Raisins, Dark fruit, Oak
- Palate
- Sweet Pedro Ximenez richness, Chocolate, Spice, Dried fruit
- Finish
- Long, Warming, Sweet, Lingering oak and sherry