W&M Benrinnes

W&M Benrinnes – 14YO, 2007/2021, Oloroso Sherry Finish , 57.9%

Type: Single malt whisky
Vintage: 2007
Bottled: 2021
Age: 14YO
Cask type: Oloroso Sherry Finish
Cask number:304508-509
Strength: 57.9% vol.
Content: 700ml

WhiskyBase: 88 pts (just 5 votes as of 2022.10.08 for reference)
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Official tasting note for reference:

Nose:
At the nose it’s quite sharp, very citrusy (lemon peel and bergamot), mineral and also with a hint of wet wood.

Palate:
While not particularly winey, the tannic astringency is obvious on the palate. Tasted straight it’s balanced by a creamy malty sweetness, and the addition of water tames the edges but makes the citrusy notes stand out even more.

Finish:
It gets spicier in the end, even more nervous.