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Just like the first time, I was rather surprised by this very good whisky which does not taste like most of the Speyside malts. There is something special in the taste (heather?) which makes it really a whisky a part. A very good bottling.
2004

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The traditional Balvenie lover can be a little thrown by this bottle, not far from a cask strength, but far from the traditional Balvenie taste. The honey sweetness is not present here. Some more acid touches, cut grass (?) or citrus fruits. The whole is rather refreshing, despite the strong alcohol degree. One would prefer a longer finish.
2003

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The nose, revealing some remote hints of undergrowth with slight tingling's and which express a rather acid character and a wax smell is quite surprising.
In the palate, this whisky is rather complex and this acidity remains together with some exotic fruits.
The finish is definitely too short. A nice whisky.
2005

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A very nice nose marked by floral notes and hints of ripe fruit. Sweet spices, cinnamon, enhance this quite remarkable nose.
In the palate, first impression is a kind of acidity which dominates, clearly less "colourful" than announced by the nose. More complexity would be appreciated.
The finish is fresh and rather long and prolongs the simplicity of the mouth with a predominance of acid notes and alcohol.
2009