Balvenie, Rare Marriages, 30-Year-Old, Speyside, Single Malt Scotch Whisky (44.2%) new despite 2010 being an extremely

despite 2010 being an extremely difficult vintage for winemaker Michael Silacci

Malt Master David Stewart MBE has brought forth a whisky of extraordinary class and surety

it makes its delicious presence felt

I feel that there is still just a little new oak to be resolved on the nose

layered with crunchy red and black fruit

Balvenie, Rare Marriages, 30-Year-Old, Speyside, Single Malt Scotch Whisky (44.2%) new despite 2010 being an extremelyOooooooh, yes, this is absolutely tip top Balvenie! As so very often, Malt Master David Stewart MBE has brought forth a whisky of extraordinary class and surety. Custard warmed pastries and a beguiling hint of curry leaf support a supremely welcoming nose that gladdens my old fashioned whisky loving heart. The palate is utterly without artifice, showing macadamias and shortbread generously smothered in various honeys. The finish is flawless, simply