Glenfiddich 18 YO Ancient Reserve

Glenfiddich 18 YO Ancient Reserve, 40 %

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This is one of the flagship products in the Glenfiddich core range portfolio. The Glenfiddich 18 YO Ancient Reserve has been matured in a mix of 80% ex-bourbon and 20 % ex-sherry casks.

The Glenfiddich 18 YO Ancient Reserve is available in Norway at NOK 900 (3224901). That’s a fairly decent price for an 18 year old whisky in this day and age.

Nose: Ripe apples - green and red. Cinnamon, nutmeg, white pepper, and earthy vanilla. Mild maltiness. Delicate and complex. With time more fruity,

Taste: Medium body. Dark fruits, stone fruit, Christmas spices, earthy vanilla. White pepper and even a soft hint of chili.

Finish: Medium to long finish. Drier now. Fruity Softly herbal. Milk chocolate and red berries.

Comment: Love the nose. The palate lacks a little in complexity to keep up with the nose.

Score 87/100

Sláinte!
-Thomas


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