The nose on this Glendronach is delightful - berries and plums. Palate is sweet and soft, again berries and plums and something floral. It drops away very quickly however and only some spice remains in the finish. The "drop away" aspect is the only reason this isn't well into the 4+ rating though - it's really nice. I also really, really love port finishes though so take that for what it is worth. When I finished this bottle I searched out one of the last ones in the Bay Area to replace it however - always a good sign.