ABV 46%
A cousin of the previous sample? Maybe creamier and softer though.\rBut there is still a gap between nose and palate.
Martine Nouet
Wemyss Malts
Brand
Wemyss Malts
Bottler
1989, 20 Years Old, The Fruit Bowl
Expression
Single Malt
Type
20
Age (Years)
2009
Year of Bottling
46%
ABV
Highland
Region/Country
Independent Bottling
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: Fragrant. An apple orchard on a warm autumn day. A mix of flowery and fruity notes. Apple compote with vanilla. Gets creamier on time.
Palate: Smooth, velvety. A sweet honey and vanilla profile. More apples. Drying on\ran astringent note.
Finish: Dry with a spicy touch. Astringent.
Comment: A cousin of the previous sample? Maybe creamier and softer though.\rBut there is still a gap between nose and palate.
Score: 7.6
Taster
Nose: Apple blossom and honey. Some softer fruits, pears, melon and a touch\rof peach. Bags of creams oak.
Palate: Soft and gentle. Sweeter with more tropical fruit. Almost orange juice with\ra little nutmeg spice.
Finish: Lingers with the spices building.
Comment: Not as well balanced as it could be. The elements need more time to mellow and develop together.
Score: 7.9
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