Glenmorangie Nectar D’Or 12yo (46%, OB, +/-2010)

Usually found without an age statement and some what of a mystery of how this sample arrived at Whisky Intelligence world headquarters but it is here so it must have its teeth checked, so to speak. The label proclaims that “This non chill-filtered single malt is initially matured in bourbon casks then extra matured in Sauternes ‘Barriques’ to create a sumptuous taste” The nose shows a little alcohol at first but then some rich raisin and citrus notes emerge that evolve into a jumble of pleasant sweet and sour aromas. With more time in the glass heady rich sun drenched raisin notes take over along with some hints of coffee in the background. There is also a goodly amount of the malt that some many Glenmorangie drams are famous for. Very nice. The taste is warming and immediately filled with rich, rich raisin notes and then some strong oaky leather tastes that really contrast the sweetness of the sun dried raisins very well. The malt makes a late appearance but it is there. Also some creamy notes hovering in there somewhere. The finish is more of the sweet and sour followed by loads of malt and all this continues for some while, it’s a long finish. It’s nice to see the malt take over at the end. Dusty malt after a number of minutes.

The Sauternes has done its work and added depth.

No idea on cost…

Score 86

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