Stop number 13 on the SDT is Glendronach. This Highland single malt is matured in European oak casks and then finished in tawny port casks. 46% ABV and it is non chill filtered. Natural color of what I would call copper orange. The only other Glendronach I've had was the Cask Strength and that one was a beast. Let's see how a port finish does with this distillery. The nose starts off sweet, but I can tell there is power behind it and showing some spice that will surely follow into the palate. Red berries are the predominant notes. Light strawberry and dried cranberries. Dates, raisins and brown sugar. Red grapes and port wine notes. Loads of vanilla and some custard. Wet oak in the background. Blood oranges and cherry cordials. There is a syrupy sweetness once you reach the bottom 15% of the glass. I have to say the nose is great. Similar to all the other port finished drams out there, but different enough to carve out its own name in the bunch. The palate is sweeter and not as spicy as expected, but it has plenty of strength. Full flavor. Vanilla, red berries, and cherries. Light oak, cinnamon and even some nutmeg. There was a quick note of Ludens or Sucrets lozenges, but it faded fast. Not unpleasant, just unexpected. A hint of slightly bitter chocolate to finish it off. Medium bodied mouthfeel that is a touch spicy and slightly dry. The finish is long and mostly dry. Semi sweet with light oak, cherries and vanilla. I have to say that after the Cask Strength, I was a bit intimidated going into this review. That one really punished my senses. The first time I put my nose to the glass with this one I knew that all was going to be fine with the world again. Full flavored and deep body with plenty of complexity to keep you busy for as long as you feel like sticking your nose into the glass. Another shining example of port finished scotch. Thanks for the sample Lee. 4.25