The Balvenie / Tun 1401, Batch 2

The Balvenie

Tun 1401, Batch 2

ABV 50.6%
REVIEWED Issue 106

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Specifications

Brand: The Balvenie, William Grant & Sons
Expression: Tun 1401, Batch 2
Type: Scotland Whisky / Single Malt
Age: No Age Statement
Year of bottling: 2012
ABV: 50.6%
Country/Region: Scotland / Speyside
Bottling type: Standard (Distillery or blended)

Tasting notes

Taster Rob Allanson

Nose: Parkin cake and dark treacle, cinnamon laced apple pie, warm pastry, a touch of tobacco leaves.
Palate: Fruity, juicy tropical fruits. There is also a slow build of spices. Fresh cut woodand pencil boxes come through.
Finish: Crisp and lush.
Comment: A great follow up and superb blending skills on show.

8.5

Taster Martine Nouet

Nose: Intense. Floral and woody. Sandalwood. Fading rose. Sour fruit. Stewed rhubarb. Varnished wood.
Palate: Crisp. Astringent. Wood is dominating. Then a sweet note of marshmallow and crystallised violet. Some ginger.
Finish: Quite short. Dry.
Comment: Wood speaks up. In an elegant way though.

7.8

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Balvenie Distillery, Dufftown, Moray, Speyside, Scotland

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