ABV 56%
A warm expression of sherry. Quite sensuous if not fiery. Rich and deep.
Martine Nouet
The Yamazaki
Brand
1980, Vintage Malt
Expression
Single Malt
Type
No age statement
Age (Years)
2004
Year of Bottling
56%
ABV
Japan
Region/Country
Standard (Distillery or blended)
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: Warm, rich, deep. Prickly. Damson jam. Blackcurrant. Orange caramel. Freshly brewed coffee. Needs time to release all its richness.
Palate: Velvety, almost syrupy, smooth at start then a spicy burst (fresh grated ginger) which dries up the mouth.
Finish: Dry, spicy, oaky. A sweet malty touch in the back.
Comment: A warm expression of sherry. Quite sensuous if not fiery. Rich and deep.
Score: 8.5
Taster
Nose: Sweet slightly peppery oak, rock candy, cocoa. Has age. Lightly oily with scented wood and plenty of sweet-hearted spirit to balance. Tickle of smoke.
Palate: Meaty, charred wood. Musky and intriguing. Deep sweet black fruits with a touch of liquorice bed it down in the middle of the tongue. Good length.
Finish: Mixing fragrance, light smoke and deep oak.
Comment: Big but balanced. Shows complexity.
Score: 8.5
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