I’d been wanting to try Glenglassaugh for a long time. This first bottle has been impressive. In the glass, this scotch is richly colored and shows the slightest ruby hue. The nose is delicate — and a delicacy. Malt and honey present themselves first, followed by black cherry preserves. A genuinely interesting and appealing wood stain note shows up too, along with a nice maritime scent. The principal theme of the palate is deliciously fruity, with pomegranate and strawberry tart coming to mind. Vanilla and oak offer a supporting motif, and a flourish of salinity rounds the edges. The mouthfeel boasts a creamy texture that offsets the salty aspect and adds depth to the red fruit. The finish is drying and oaken, salty and rich. Finesse is the name of this opus. I hope to experience it again soon. Reminiscent of other notable malts: on par with Mortlach, more interesting than Macallan.