New Release: Benriach 1995 18 Year Old Official for SAKE SHOP SATO

This Benriach clearly conveys the flavor of peaches even from the 1990s. Benriach BENRIACH 1995-2014 18yo OB for SAKE SHOP SATO #154787 56.1% one of 209 bottles, BOURBON BARREL The aroma features vanilla, citrus and peach, oak, creamy, a strong yet gentle barley note. Upon tasting, it has a strong flavor with peach and tropical fruits like pineapple, sweetness, a solid barley presence and umami. Medium-bodied with a gentle finish. [Good/Very Good] This is an official Benriach 1995, 18-year-old release for SAKE SHOP SATO. Although it was distilled in the 1990s and not long-aged, the aroma clearly conveys a peach flavor that Benriach fans would appreciate. While the barley note is strong, it does not feel young. When tasted, in addition to peach, there are nuances of tropical fruits, and the umami of barley is also noticeable. The overall impression is softer than expected from its aging period, which may be due to the barrel maturation said to be quick. This is a well-crafted Benriach, and personally, I found it pleasant that there were no chemical nuances accompanying the fruitiness.