The GlenDronach 18 yo Allardice

43°

Distillery : The GlenDronach - Highlands

Oloroso Sherry Casks

Original Bottling

Core Range

Single Malt

Launched in 2009

Unchillfiltered, Uncoloured

Totally Unpeated

This prestige edition is named in tribute to the founder of the GlenDronach distillery, James Allardice.

Let's Taste It : 

Very coppery sherry, quite dry, deep, fruity, prickly pear, rhubarb compote, fresh leather, plum, wood. Varnish and a hint of camphor. Excellent on the palate, the fruits are varied, with candied cherry, sweet potato, granny smith apple, quince and apricot. Green tea. Slightly acidic and greedy, even pastry-like, with genoise, chocolate fondant and praline. Long finish with earth, liquorice and charcoal. A few ground coffee beans, a pinch of pepper. Cinnamon.

In Short, 

This ageing in Oloroso sherry casks will delight enthusiasts. Personally, I think it's excellent, but a little too sweet. That said, the price is not exaggerated, so you may be tempted.

Score : 88

                                            To Be Listened While Sipping : 

                                           Yes - Heart of The Sunrise