I purchased this on sale for $74.95 back in November 2019 when I turned in my dissertation, but I've listed the current price below. I wanted something special and had been hearing a lot about the cask strength Ardbeg's that quietly wait on the shelves. My experience with Islay was limited but promising, and this was clearly a step up in weight class. I get a standard Islay peat on the nose, but not as strong as Ardbeg 10. It is balanced by brine and fruit. The fresh fruit jumps out, like you are walking through an orchard or farmer's market. I get apples, orange peel, and dark fruits balanced by a light sweetness. I know most people would say butterscotch or honey, but this reminds me of agave as well. It is rich without being overpowering. The peat is still tempered on the palate. It's there but it doesn't smack you around like the 10Y Islays. Unlike the classic 10Y, I get much more fruit and sweetness on the palate from the sherry cask. It is wonderful. The fruit continues on the finish, and finally the peat and ethanol come out to play. This is probably my favorite Scotch I've had, and my issue has been with its drinkability and price. It is so damn good but also expensive, so I've taken 6 months to finish it instead of 1. Not a big deal obviously, but buyer beware, this is an easy bottle to kill if you don't show some restraint.