Balvenie Peat Week 14 Year (2003 Edition)

A smokey delight.

Very light in color. At the first sip it was closed, secluded, a hidden lover afraid to reveal herself. Five drops of water added from a black straw persuaded her to reveal herself. On the palate she presents the peat, again subtle but notable. With patience she brings forth a bowl of grapes, light but delicious, mixed in with the mossy soil of Speyside. Best with a sous-vide pork tenderloin, grilled in an outdoor kitchen and then stuffed with goat cheese and asparagus with a side of boxed macaroni and cheese.

Nose: strong band aid peat, citrus, grapefruit, cheese rind

Absolutely insane nose. Super intense peat, honey & clay. A refreshing change from Islay. Big wood finish.