Bruichladdich Port Charlotte 10 is a nicely representative Islay scotch. The nose is overwhelmingly peaty with few other discernable flavors. The whisky opens up on the palate however, and the strong peat taste gives way to some pleasantly sweet notes. There's definitely vanilla, along with some citrus fruit as well, which both nicely compliment the strong peat flavor. The finish is long, lasting, and again, that peat lingers on the tongue. Like any good Islay scotch, Bruichladdich Port Charlotte 10 does a good job of balancing the region's characteristic peat with more subtle sweet and fruity notes.