The Balvenie PortWood 1989

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 27 by Martine Nouet and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Martine Nouet Nose Shy initially, then blossoms. Wood and fruit gracefully interlace. Muscat grape. Dates. Vanilla rice pudding. Carnations. Palate More wood than on the nose. Creamy. Sweet stewed plums. Oaky. Finish Quickly fades with sweet fruity notes. Comment Not the depth of the PortWood 21 Years Old, but thoroughly enjoyable.

Dave Broom Nose Sweet, quite winey, reminiscent of old Tavel rose. There's some honey, spices, charred fruits and red fruits. Subtle. Palate Soft and honeyed with a sweet redcurrant jelly flavour. Good weight and balance. A sweet gentle malt. Finish Soft. Comment Well-mannered and well-balanced.