Stoic Drinker’s Notes
2017-05-15 | Good/Very Good

New Release: Dalwhinnie 2000-2016 Official Distillers Edition Double Matured 43%

Dalwhinnie DALWHINIE 2000-2016 OB THE Distillers Edition 43% DOUBLE MATURED
Bottle #ダルウィニー(DALWHINNIE)
Skillfully crafted deliciousness. Dalwhinnie DALWHINIE 2000-2016 OB THE Distillers Edition 43% DOUBLE MATURED The aroma features vanilla, orange, plum, milk chocolate, and a gentle malty wafer-like quality. On the palate, it begins with a soft mouthfeel and slight viscosity, revealing ripe orange and plum notes, a rich pleasant sweetness, and a subtle tannic finish, all in balanced harmony. 【Good/Very Good】 One of MHD's special releases, the Distillers Edition, with this latest version from 2016 - Dalwhinnie 2000. Aged for approximately 16 years, it is finished as a Double Matured Distillers Edition. While I believe this is a double matured sherry cask finish, the skillful dilution and water addition prevent any forced flavoring sensations. Notes from bourbon cask origins (citrus, vanilla) and sherry cask origins (plum, chocolate) are both present. The mouthfeel has viscosity, with a stronger fruity nuance than the aroma, and the flavor balance is good. The maltiness has a youthful freshness that's pleasant. While it lacks grand scale, it is surprisingly diverse and well-rounded in character, offering good value for money.