Auchentoshan 17 Years Old, Bordeaux Wine

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 52 by Martine Nouet and Ian Wisniewski.

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Tasting Notes

Martine Nouet Nose Grassy and floral. Meadow flowers. Bursting with spices. Gently toasted hazelnuts. Greengage jam. Opening up custardy notes. Palate Sweet and elegant. Rich creamy scrumptious flavours. Like a liquid bakewell tart. Finish Lingering, nutty and fruity. So satisfying. Comment The wine finish brings in sweetness and fruitiness but without masking the delicate grassiness and lightness of the Lowland style. A real cracker, perfect for a wake up call.

Ian Wisniewski Nose Elegantly poised, dried fruit reclining on a bed of caramel sauce and butterscotch, with roasted almonds and spiciness mid-way. Palate Smooth, velvety texture with an integrated package of crème brûlée and chocolate sweetness, fruit trifle, hints of espresso, nutmeg and butterscotch. Finish Fruity chocolate with dry spicy oak. Comment A dram that combines disciplined flavours with delightful variations on a theme.