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: The nose is inviting and rich with floral, dark fruit, and earthy peat aromas.
Palate: The palate is gently sweet with caramel, vanilla, fruit, spice, sea spray, and peat.
Finish: The finish is oaky and spicy with lingering baking spice and peat notes.
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