Amrut NAS Portonova (62.1%, OB, 2011)

Ah, Amrut! The familiar joy on the nose there is a rich earthiness intertwined with fruit and a delightful spiciness from the cask. There is also some good fragrance but ever present is the richness. A little cocoa and cinnamon; all very delightful. A little water reveals brings out some warmth and further sweetness. The taste is still Amrut (happily enough) and quite strong, dry, peppered and very active. Luscious fruit and a huge spiciness that is quite excellent. With water it is decidedly gentler and becomes very syrupy and some tobacco is very evident. The finish is also very spicy however the Amrut character is never far away nor is the fruitiness and the continued effect of the pepper. It’s very long and very good. After a minute or two some nice malt arrives.

Strap yourself to the chair and enjoy the rollercoaster without water.

Advance sample no price available

Score 86 points