Wolfburn 10 Year Old (2023 Release)

Nose
The aroma is multi-layered, but never overloaded: burnt toast, honey, daisies - a mixture of light-coloured fruits such as apple and pear, interspersed with cinnamon, leather and a hint of dark chocolate. It is not a wild ride, but rather a slow, calm unfolding. The flavours stand side by side without drowning each other out.
Taste
What the nose hints at becomes reality on the tongue: milk chocolate, sultanas, a little date and burnt caramel. The dram has a dark character without being heavy. It is creamy, round and scores with hints of nutmeg and - very subtle - strawberry in the background.
Finish
The finish is rather short, but harmonious: sweet coffee, coffee grounds, a little bitter, but pleasantly woody. A fine sherry note shimmers through, never dominant, more like a greeting from afar. No drama, no fireworks.
Thoughts
The Wolfburn 10 year old (2023) is not a loud whisky - but a rock-solid, honest companion. eA revelation? No - but a round, clean bottling, the kind you want for everyday drinking. Anyone who knows Wolfburn will find many of their best virtues in this 10-year-old: Accessibility, complexity without arrogance, and a sense of balance. Perhaps unspectacular for connoisseurs - for everyone else an excellent introduction to the world of mature Highland character with a sherry flavour.
Support us and purchase on Amazon*Rating: 81/100 - Excellent (Marcel: 80 | Sascha: 81)
Value for Money: 4/5 - Good
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Further Information
Bottling Series: 2023 VattingCask Type: Oloroso Sherry Hogsheads