As the Sunday comes to a close, finally found the time to sit and watch the NY Giants play the Steelers (as they are rarely as the late afternoon Sunday) and recalled that I have a sample generously provided by Pranay awaiting a taste. This Oamaruvian is quite unique and found to be more wine than whiskey. The color is a rich and deep amber that on nosing reveals a pleasant sweet molasses or darkened brown sugar with mixed nuts with a touch a leather. A sip immediately numbs the tongue with a bit of burn and heat. Red wine dominates the palate, A touch or brown sugar, nutmeg and dark fruits all swirl about in the background. As it fades, red wine, drying oak tannins are found. The palate is left with a slightly bitter with a medicinal aftertaste; somewhat like cherry-flavored Nyquil (if you ever had the displeasure). Water is a must with this dram to bring down to a rounder and palatable/enjoyable level, due to the high proof. Overall, this whiskey had undertones of Sweet Vermouth and is most unique. This would be paired well with a Giants win (which, sadly did not happen tonight) and a nice steak or red meat in lieu of a red wine. [Dry Glass: Vanilla with Sweet Vermouth][87/100]][Tasted: 12/4/16]