Bright brassy gold. Well defined aromas of choc-caramel, fresh vanilla bean and creamy soda, follow through with a rich, creamy delivery that echoes the nose and adds creme caramel, hints of cinnamon toast and delicate orange zest. Finish is mildly resinous, woody, pulling up medium long with vanilla soaked tannins. Less overwhelmed by oak than bottlings from a decade ago. Would make a satisfying dessert whisky.