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Glenfarclas The Family Casks 1992 Release X Tasting notes and reviews

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Glenfarclas The Family Casks 1992 Release X

Brand
Glenfarclas
Expression
The Family Casks 1992 Release X
Type
Scotch Whisky ~ Single Malt
Age
20 years old
Abv
55.80%
Produced at
Glenfarclas Distillery
Region
Speyside

Martine Nouet

77
Nose
Intense. Oaky and earthy. Heavily sherried. Damp cider cellar. Humus. Hint of mushrooms. Bitter marmalade. Dried apples. Touch of nutmeg.
Palate
Sweet at first then the oak grip makes it very astringent. Bitter chocolate and marmalade again. Wood is overwhelming.
Finish
Dry, astringent with a sweet aftertaste.
Comment
Probably a sherry first fill. The wood is the leader. Fruit is in an oaky cage. I know some people love it that way. I look for more balance.

Rob Allanson

79
Nose
A little musty, dunnage warehouses, alcohol and damp wood. Then peaches, meringue and lemon curd. Dusty, like walking in a sawmill.
Palate
Pineapples, orange liqueur laced pancakes, marmalade cake, the wood is still here with oak spices.
Finish
Alcohol dries with sugared almonds.
Comment
Water helps tame the alcohol and amplifies the sweetness.
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