1 | Spirits, Scotland, 1 L

"The nosing finds dry grainy notes with background scents of dried flowers and parchment, and deeper fragrances of light toffee, almond paste and yellow fruit. Entry is oily, buttery and semisweet; the whisky dazzles at midpalate with layered flavors of brown butter, cooking oil, barley malt and oatmeal cookie underpinned by the single malt foundation. Concludes smoky, satiny and ultra-sophisticated." 90-95 pts.

Finished 10 Years in Sauternes Barriques.

"Clear. Quite neutral aromas with a hint of dried fruit, cream cheese, and pepper. A silky entry leads to a lively dryish medium-bodied palate with cheese danish, figs, mineral, and pepper flavors. Finishes cleanly with a slightly sweet fruit and mineral fade. Very nice and clean."