Right away this whisky presents ripe red fruits, there are layers of strawberry and raspberry. There is a richness to it though in the vein of strawberry shortcake. A spicy undertone is there as a cinnamon and clove mixture almost like a spiced cider. The palate is amazing and delivers on the expectations of the nose. It's rich fruitcake, cinnamon and oak spiciness, ripe raspberries and blackberries. There's almost a floral note that wants to come through as well. All underlined by a nuttiness that presents as walnut skins. Very rich and complex. Spice leads you into a nice oaky and nutty finish. Medium-long and slightly dry and tannic in a very pleasant way. Over all this whisky gets top marks. Being on the rich side I wouldn't particularly want it in warmer weather often, that would be my only negative point. If ever there were a perfect pairing it would be this bottle and and Thanksgiving dinner. I could drink this all winter!