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Aldi’s Glen Marnoch Sherry Cask Finish Edition
Colour: a radiant apricot
On the nose: a caramel infused milk chocolate, caramel, worn leather and apricot. Yes, vanilla but also coconut, radish, fennel, cherry and walnuts. Time reveals more black pepper and Turkish delight. Again, I felt this was better without water.
In the mouth: very light with a short and gentle sherry finish and a kick of youthful alcohol. Delicate features with red apples, a touch of sweet cinnamon, Highland heather, a slight nutty element and a peppery finish.
Conclusions
Given the standard set by the Glen Marnoch core range, both of these releases feel like a step backwards. Neither offend and still represent good value but the Highland, Islay or Speyside bottlings just offer more substance and range. Both bottlings here feel youthful, or at least very inactive initial casks. Whilst the short finish has injected some characteristics – you can distinctly tell the differences – the 40% alcohol strength and time frame hampers the overall experience.
Both fall a little flat on the palate especially, with the bourbon finish being an interesting experiment. However, it begs the question if you wanted a bourbon finish why not just purchase a bottle of bourbon from Aldi for a lower price? I suspect overall that without these necessary finishes the original root of the problem lies with the initial batch of casks.
Scores: 4/10
评价一般,主要原因是无年份,太年轻 |
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