Glendronach 1971 cask #1246 – 42 yo

Time for some more Glendronach, as the weather is getting better and real Automn is on its way. Gone are the scorching days of summer (So i hope).

So… a 42 year old GlenDronach. Does life get any better than this? (hint: no). I was very lucky (and so thankful) to have gotten a wee sample of this nectar for review. It’s part of the GD batch 8 of single casks I’ve blogged about recently (here). But this is the real deal. an older 42 year old PX cask matured, is not something you encounter on a daily basis, and that is a shame… Only 432 bottles ever existed, and i bet most are going to remain sealed for some time.

Glendronach 1971 cask 1246 42 yo , 44.6% , Sold out (£679)GD Batch 8 1971 cask 1246 infront LR

Nose: Lovely prunes juice as well as older wood , wood varnish, spices, some mushroom , hints of leather, sugar and vinegar, with a touch of wet chopped grass. at just over 44 % it’s very gentle.

Palate: Rather gentle due to the lower alcohol, but just as majestic : big prune juice, dates, roasted coffee beans, spices: cloves, cinnamon, chocolate. add some plums, ripe cherries, and mint.

Finish: Cinnamon, mint and dark prune jam.

So how was it? lovely, lovely . And quite lively at 42 yo . not a tad over woody! And a fantastic dram. I love it, and not because it’s old. It’s just so good, well balanced and delivers just what I’d expect from an older GD . Yes, Sir.

Score: 93/100

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