24 years old, distilled 11th December 1989, 51.7% abv, second fill Port Barrique, 147 bottles
(Released in Denmark, but a case somehow made its way over to the UK and the SMWS London Rooms - thanks Sam!)
The nose has raisins, midget gems, and a hint of spice - cumin? There's also a suggestion of smoke - perhaps incense? The mouth-feel is lush and juicy, but not very coating. The body has ginger, cumin, and fried duck. The finish is light and has a return of the midget gems from the nose.
Water brings big, thick whorling that expands quickly and lingers for quite a while - very nice! The nose now has less of the midget gems and a little more of the incense. The body has light caramel notes, and the spices have moved towards the back of the palate. There's also some melon and a hint of florality. The finish is sweeter - melon, midget gems and ginger!
A very good, graceful dram that would suit a picnic basket.
4/5