Mortlach 21 Year Old 1999 Diageo Special Releases 2020

We return to the Speyside with this 21 years old Mortlach that was finished on a combo of PX and oloroso sherry seasoned casks.

The umami, meat-like character is not too present on the nose, less than expected at least. Must be the PX putting its foot down, for the nose offers a surprisingly fresh malt with citrus fruit in the lead, followed by chocolate and plums. Dried apricots and candle wax!

On the palate… OMG, this is a monster indeed. The Beast is back! Lots of citrus and raisins, melon and cinnamon.

The finish is spicy, warm and satisfying.

A beautiful malt, but unfortunately quite expensive.

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