This is a masterful expression of what malt whisky can be. The nose is a cornucopia of fruit and grain notes - ripe grapes, peaches, apple. There's vanilla, honey, cream, a pinch of spice, and maybe the lightest hint of pipe smoke, too. The palate is as luscious, generously coating the mouth as all of these elements dance together, first the fruit and then the rest gliding on and on into a long, smooth finish with dark chocolate staying on the palate for a good while later. Truly a classic.