A rich, layered nose with campfire smoke, dried fruit, brine, plum and the medicinal aspects toned down by the sherried sweetness. I love this profile as the sweetness fixes everything I dislike about the Laphroaig 10. It does so many things well and I was really sad to finish it off. It is the equal of or even better than Ardbeg Uigedail, although the Ardbeg is half the price of this which has to be acknowledged. I never had the pleasure of enjoying the Laphroaig 18 that this seems to have replaced, but it is notable that when Lore (an NAS) was released in place of an 18 year old scotch for $120, people were justifiably upset. But it seems like once people were able to try this opinion has slowly shifted. I'd still prefer an age statement, especially at this price (thank goodness it was a gift), but thankfully it is an undeniably well made product. In addition, perhaps they are able to craft a more layered dram by mixing in some rougher peatier elements along with aged whiskey and a percentage of sherry barrels. If anyone deserves the benefit of the doubt, it is Laphroaig.