Mortlach, 20 Year Old, Speyside

Notes

This has real elegance and complexity – and no little intrigue. Aged Copper in colour, on the nose it is super dense and rich, with touches of floor polish and a waxy, earthy, meaty element. There is an added oiliness which you only get from mature whiskies. There are dried fruits, a touch of scented wood, fir trees, cedar, Moroccan leather, slightly foxed books, floor polish, and some ink. The body is robust and rich. On the palate it is mature with a refreshing lift of aromatic and overripe fruits (quince especially) and a touch of spiciness. It then expands as the fruits dry and the oils start to coat the tongue. The meaty element comes in quickly here; cured leather and light bitter notes that bring to mid nutshell, espresso crema, damson jam, cacao nibs all balanced with some hedgerow berry fruits. The finish is deep and complex, with gingerbread, raisin and a hint of liquorice.

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