Balvenie Signature 12 Year

Good stuff. Second batch at 43% alcohol by volume. Matured 40% in first-fill bourbon barrels, 40% in reused American oak, and 20% in Sherry casks. Nose: Sweet clover, dried grapes, citrus, dried grapes, crystallized ginger, vanilla bean, almonds, burnt sugar, grapefruit, brown sugar, butter cookies, bananas, coconuts Palate: Sweet clover, vanilla bean, citrus, almonds, nutmeg, black pepper, dried grapes, cinnamon, salted caramel, bananas, coconuts, mangoes, pineapples Finish: Toasted vanilla bean, sweet clover, caramel, cherries, walnuts, black pepper

Smells quite strong, the alcohol stings a bit on the tongue, dark chocolate flavor in the aftertaste but generally quite potent. I suspect I tried this bottle

It feels somewhat rough on the palate but offers an interesting and smooth combination in the aftertaste, with a hint of vanilla and wood.

Peaty oak, with delicate notes of grape. Full-bodied with a chewy mid-palate and a smooth, rich finish.

The aroma is smooth, sweet, and fruity, with a hint of vanilla and cinnamon. The finish is long and warming.

I actually tried a 12 year old, first fill. It was excellent.