posted 8 Sep. 2012

Willie JJ gave this whisky 88 points

Color

Amontillado sherry

Nose

Given the strength there's surprisingly little nose prickle. There's just masses of malty toffee and spearmint. It's wonderful to nose. Sweet butter tablet, natural caramel and vanilla, hints of spiced apple and pear pie, geraniums, lawn clippings and pea pods. Amazing. Water intensifies the floral notes until they are leaping from the glass.

Taste

Intensely malty at full strength and again there's not much sign of the strength. Maybe a slight soapiness, then the fizzing starts. I love this sensation. More fizzing with water.

Finish

Astringent at first, but mouthwatering. Water makes it long, juicy and a little hot.

Comments

A nose to die for on this although its not quite as good on the palate. Gretat whisky nonetheless.

 

It's better to have drunk it all than never to have drunk at all.

posted 17 Feb. 2012

 

"One of the fabled Manager`s Drams, selected by the Oban distillery
manager and originally given out as a gift to staff and friends of the
distillery. We`ve managed to get our hands on a few bottles over the
years and they are stunning."
TWE

Remember it\'s maturity that makes whisky great! That\'s why I Love The Glenrothes!

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