I get a definite white wine aroma with sweet, crisp red apple. I'm getting the bourbon flavor but thankfully it's mild. It almost has a carbonated wine mouth-feel but without the bubbles. I know, odd. But it's smooth, almost fruity, with that peppery scotch hit. I dunno but this is much better than the Dalwhinnie Distiller's Edition...and i really like Dalwhinnie. Rating based on neat sipping.