Fettercairn 16 Year (2nd Release 2021)

Lured by its craft presentation, this Fettercairn was an imprudent impulse buy which I started to regret when I checked reviews afterwards. Whiffs of pinewood, pears and mango emerge from the glass, followed by mushrooms, hay and olive oil. Unusual, subtle and inviting. On the palate, citrus fruits, black pepper and a touch of stout are pushed to the side by walnuts, melon and distant honey. Rosemary, lemon zest and pronounced sherry notes characterize the long and solid finish. Lesson learned, right to an opinion does not make the opinion right. RATING: 3.9/5.0 stars ≙ 86 pts → FIRST-CLASS [-]

A perfectly acceptable, sweet and cereal forward malt. Relatively unopinionated.