Ben Nevis
Bartels Rawlings International Ltd Bartles Whisky 'His Excellency' Ben Nevis Blend 1970 (44 year old) 44.6%
Dist: 1970 Btl: 2014
Tasted: April 2015
Dense and fragrant with a lightly floral Cognac-esque rancio. Hints of marzipan, liquid vanilla, aromatic violets, butter and gently oxidised white fruit. A trade mark malty/bready note appears and the vanillins continue to sweeten, however the lovely citrus notes keep the balance. With time a touch of thyme, camphor and rosemary comes through along with citrus scented candle wax and avocado butter.
The palate opens with the buttery vanilla oak, but it's cut through with a lovely seam of fresh line along with a touch of melon, barley and grass. Very vibrant and energetic with a malt, subtle treacle plus a light Cognac-esque dried fruit and sweet spice - cumin, cinnamon, nutmeg and coriander notes. Long and succulent with hints of violet incense and pot pourri along with lavender and rosemary in the finish. Lightly pulped fruit and lightly oiled spice finish, which must last for a good five minutes! Sublime stuff!
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