Signatory Linlithgow 1975

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 29 by Michael Jackson and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Very flowery. Lemony. A touch of sulphur. Palate Starts quietly, with gradual flavour development. Dry. Cereal grain. Grassy. Burnt grass. Finish Slightly astringent. Comment Good for its age, but I preferred it two or three years ago.

Dave Broom Nose Light, then a suggestion of lawnmower box, wet grass and fresh green herbs. A sugary sweetness alongside a charred, phenolic note whick develops. Palate Seems light, but has a good weight mid-palate with those burn, smoky notes balanced by raspberry and lemon. Finish Dies a little quickly. Comment Attractive, but just a touch insubstantial, lacking the texture and flavour range to make it great.