Style: Fruity, Sherry and Refined
Nose:
Rich plums and blackberries waltzing in gracefully, a light creamy and peppermint touch to lift the aroma. Rich, but gentle. Raw almonds and mango sorbet slipping under, a handful of dried raspberries and cranberries scattered around casually. A more steady malt biscuit notes emerge. Quite nice.
Palate:
Quite similar to what the nose has suggested. Another boost from blueberries and plums. Mango Pavlova gently drizzled with crème de menthe. Almonds, malt biscuits building up to a more steady core in the middle. A hint of cranberry croissants highlighted with a subtle sherry-floral overtone. Lemon marzipan lingers, while polish oak, tannins and cigar box notes kick in at the back.
Finish:
A sherry finishing touch on a comfortable almond cookie and malt.
Thoughts:
A thoughtful Glenfarclas teasing the line of richness and lightness. Sherry-laden no doubt, but there is an airiness in the spirit which deftly levitates the expression with its fruity and floral strokes. I love it. A refined and poetic selection.
☆☆ [Highly Recommended]
[Original Bottling / 44.5% / 1987 Distilled / 2017 Bottled / Single Cask / Cask Number: 3813 / 003 of 265 Bottles / Aged 30 Years / Cask Strength / Tasted at bar / **]
-Esmond
Tasted at Club Qing, Hong Kong.
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