I can honestly taste almost nothing but red fruits. That sherry cask on this whiskey is extremely dominant and I taste almost zero bourbon influence. There was a time when I liked slightly fruity whiskies but my tastes lean towards Oak and Bourbons these days. Still, I guess it isn't BAD. It is quite sweet and such is the way with heavy wine cask influence; finishes a bit tart like a cherry. No alcohol burn and no bitterness to be had here. If fruity whiskies are your cup of tea, I'm sure you'll be in to this. Not my thing though.