Taster

Nose: A meaty note mixes with sherbet-like element. Water brings out some lighter fruity notes, like tinned peaches and possibly a little floral element. Some mint sirop.

Palate: Bready and malty, with sweet Hob Nob biscuits. A little orange too.

Finish: Oak.

Comment: A heavy old malt which seemed a bit flabby in places.

Score: 7.5

Taster

Nose: Cooked/dried fruits appear first, then there's some olive oil and cracked pepper. Peachy. In time a waxy/paraffin note which isn't as unpleasant as it reads.

Palate: More lifted and aromatic than you expect with a light zestiness. Good balance.

Finish: Light smoke. Layered fruits.

Comment: Full but very well balanced for such an ancient character.

Score: 8.3