Nose

Another highly mature dram, this time with more steamed syrup pudding, autumn hedgerow fruits, dried citrus peel and that waxiness once more.

Palate

Big impact with lots of perfume, cassia and powdered rose petal. A bosky woodiness moving into sandalwood. Needs just a dribble of water allowing it to expand further.

Finish

Shows its age. Hint of coal dust.

Comment

Yes there's oak but it's old! It is also beautifully balanced.