Glenmorangie 1983-2000 16 Year Old Official Manager's Choice 53.2%

As expected from Manager's Choice, an exceptional cask. Glenmorangie GLENMORANGIE 1983-2000 16yo OB Manager's Choice 53.2% First Fill Ex-Bourbon Cask The aroma is lively and strong, complex with notes of dry orange, apricot jam, vanilla, nuts, rich oak, a full-bodied grain character reminiscent of fruit cake, oily texture with hints of spices like clove and resinous qualities, very rich. On the palate, it starts with a smooth, velvety mouthfeel that expands slightly spicy and aromatic, with apricot jam, orange oil, fruit cake, a solid grain character from the depth, sweet concentrated fruitiness with body, and rich oak tones that tighten the flavor. The finish is long. [Very Good] Bottled in 2000, this is an official single cask Glenmorangie 1983, 16-year-old whisky selected as Manager's Choice. As expected from the carefully chosen bourbon cask, it has a remarkably lively and strong aroma with rich oak notes, resinous qualities, and diverse spice elements. Fruits like orange and apricot have a concentrated feel, while the grain character is full-bodied yet not rough. Upon drinking, it feels surprisingly smooth and viscous, with the expected spiciness gradually emerging. The balance between the jammy, rich sweetness and tightening oak nuances is well done, resulting in a diverse and deep flavor profile similar to the aroma. It's not just lively but also complex and layered, yet free of any off-putting qualities. I believe it's well-aged and ready to drink. A wonderful bottle that lives up to the name Manager's Choice.