Wolfburn 10 Year Old – 46%

From the Wolfburn website

This 10-year-old single malt marks a significant milestone in the history of the distillery: it is our first permanent age-statement release. Crafted from spirit fully matured in hand-selected second-fill Oloroso sherry casks, a full decade in Spanish sherry oak has resulted in a delightfully sweet and sumptuous whisky – a fitting testament to the skill, dedication and patience of Wolfburn’s master distillers.

Tasting notes

Appearance: Burnished gold, forms a thin line which falls slowly as thick legs

Nose: Soft notes of California raisins, baked apple, vanilla pods and hazelnut cream

Palate: Soft, creamy mouthfeel, floral, baked orchard fruit, milk chocolate caramel toffees, vanilla ice cream, soft hints of blackberry, oak spice and subtle smoke. Becomes more creamy with a few drops of water

Finish: Caramel, vanilla and sultana sweetness and a hint of nutty oak linger

Overall: Delightful mouthfeel, rich and indulgently silky. Gentle, easy drinking and a decent level of complexity. Current price range is £60-70 which feels a little pricey for a 10 year old whisky, but it is their first age statement bottling and the quality is there.

If you would like more information on this whisky, or the Wolfburn distillery, follow the link to the company website.