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Nose: Brisk, sharp, and brittle. Complex and excellent; the astonishing balance between sweet and dry. Firmer, drier notes from soft vanillins and crisp grape; sweeter, nuttier ones from malted barley, and cask wood.
Palate: Dry, after early biscuity-sweetness. The enormous malt character contrasts with the thin fruitiness of the grape.
Finish: Very long, dry, oaky. Very faint peppery notes and spice.
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Nose: Complex, with distinctive butterscotch, toffee, malt, and sherried fruit.
Palate: Big, full-flavoured, with excellent balance, develops slowly, full of sherry sweet malty tones, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
Finish: Long-lasting and smooth, with a hint of spice and sherry sweetness with a touch of smoke.
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