86 / 100
What stands out is the contrast between citrus and green apple on the nose and the creamy palate with pears and golden raisins. Oak and nutmeg recur across the notes, giving the fruit a clear spice-and-wood counterpoint. The medium-length finish brings fruit, spice and vanilla together. That balance gives this Speyside a warm, varied character, with brightness alongside the caramel and toffee apple notes.
Reviewed by saltair.tram
- Nose
- Vanilla, herbs, oak, nutmeg, citrus, green apple, caramel, honey, peaches.
- Palate
- Peppery, vanilla, fruits, creamy, golden raisins, pears, lemon, nutmeg, toffee apple, oak spices.
- Finish
- Fruity, spices, oak, vanilla, nuts, baking spice, caramel, medium length.