Glen Spey 2011 Sauternes Cask Finish (Cooper's Choice), 13 YO, 51.5%
Initially matured in ex-bourbon cask, then fin ished in a single ex-Sauternes wine cask (cask #802834). Limited to 318 bottles.
The Glen Spey 2011 Sauternes Cask Finish (Cooper's Choice) is available to buy in Norway in a few days at NOK 967 (21226801).
Nose: Rich, dark, and earthy fruitiness all the way. Deep, wine-like aromas add weight and richness, giving the nose a brooding character.
Taste: Full-bodied. Rich and deeply fruity, with a moderate sweetness that never becomes overpowering. The earthiness from the nose carries through nicely, adding depth to the dark fruit notes.
Finish: Medium long. Rich and dark throughout, with the earthy fruitiness continuing to dominate. The sweetness lingers gently, maintaining that deep, wine-like character to the end.
Comment: Dark, earthy, and deeply fruity.
Score 85/100
Sláinte!
-Thomas