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BenRiach Sauternes Wood Finish 16 year old, 46%

Price: 113 Issue: Summer 2009 Reviewer: John Hansell Category: Single Malt Scotch

Lovely golden honey color. Lush and sweet (the Sauternes impact is obvious), with honey-drenched apricot, sultana, and lemon gum drops. Vanilla, candied nuts, and subtle botanicals round out the palate. Decent oak grip on the finish keeps the whisky from being too cloying.