88 / 100
The dried fruit and sherry give this a clear centre, while toffee and sweet oak make the palate sound inviting. Ginger, spice and a touch of wood smoke add contrast without taking away from the smooth, balanced character described here. That combination feels approachable, with enough savoury edge to keep it from being simply sweet. A composed, appealing direction for a sherry cask single malt.
Reviewed by cinnamon kettle
- Nose
- Vanilla, dried fruits, ginger, light sherry, red apple, baking spices, fudge and butterscotch.
- Palate
- Smooth and balanced, with dried fruits, sherry, wood smoke, spice, sweet oak, toffee, ginger and white pepper.
- Finish
- Long, with sweet toffee, dried fruits, lingering wood smoke and spice; medium oiliness.