Clynelish 10 YO - The Jazz Crescendo (Special Releases 2023)
Clynelish 10 YO - The Jazz Crescendo (Special Releases 2023), 57.5%
The Clynelish entry in the Diageo Special Releases 2023. Matured in 1st fill ex-bourbon American oak casks.
The Clynelish 10 YO - The Jazz Crescendo is now finally available to buy in Norway at NOK 2066 (17033201).
Nose: Starts off rather closed, so give it some extra time in the glass to open up. Notes of ripe orchard fruit starts emerging, as well as vanilla and a sugary sweetness.
Taste: Full-bodied and rich with a waxy texture. Prominent notes of citrus, chocolate, and honey, but the standout is the softly bitter oranges.
Finish: Medium-long, maintaining a creamy and waxy mouthfeel. Oranges and white pepper dominate, with assorted tropical fruits emerging towards the end.
Comment: The citrusy waxiness is a pleasant surprise; this is quality stuff!
Score 87/100
Sláinte!
-Thomas