Glenmorangie 1991, Sauternes Wood Finish

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 23 by Michael Jackson and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Biscuity. Shortbread. Dundee cake. Cellar. Palate Buttery and nutty. Crushed apples, cider. Vanilla. A sweet note of peach marmalade. Finish Too much softness. Gentle spiciness. Comment Not easy to evaluate what sauternes casks have brought in. An extra sweetness maybe but no particular sauternes aromas. Appreciable bottling strength.

Dave Broom Nose Thick, creamy yet malty nose with concentrated fruits: apricot, orange peel, tarte tatin, vanilla pod. Palate Real presence in the mouth. Ripe and well-rounded with banana/orange. Finish Rich, with woody notes. Comment This works as a finish. The slight woodiness just knocks it down a mark or two-and it doesn't like water.