Glenfiddich Age of Discovery Madeira Finish 19 Year Old, Madeira Cask, 40%

The earthy base gives the ripe fruit and marmalade a little depth, while cinnamon and ginger bring a clear spicy turn. The dry, slightly bitter marmalade finish sounds like a useful counterpoint.

Reviewed by birch_notebook

Nose

Sweet ripe fig and orange marmalade, Fresh gooseberry, moss, juicy pear and sweet Madeira wine

Palate

Cinnamon and crushed black pepper, Caramelised fruits, crystallised ginger and dry oak

Finish

Dry warmth fading into sweet marmalade, Slightly drying spicy oak and lingering spice