The nose at first is a simple straightforward whisky but shortly after it becomes much nicer with a nice melange of heavy vanilla creme, sultanas, dried apricots and citrus. The palate is surprisingly full and intense. It is not overly exiting but nicely rich. Fruity and sweet with dried fruits, baking spice, vanilla, citrus oil and a strong maltiness. In the end it is likable and charming. It is easy to comprehend and very honest. The intensity of it, that lies in the virgin oak maturation, is what made me like it. One question I’m asking myself now: is that what Bourbon tastes like?