Glenfiddich 15 Year Old Solera Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky (750ml) (Elsewhere $83)
SKU #1018273
95 points
Wine Enthusiast
Look for rich, rounded flavors with lots of honey, vanilla and baking spice notes. The palate is creamy, with a mouth-filling texture and smoky finish. (KN)
(12/2013)
Whisky Advocate
I used to find this a little lacking in structure. Either I’ve changed my palate (or was always wrong), or the solera’s slow changes have added depth and complexity. The nose is all cooked plums, with some blueberry, stewing rhubarb. All is delicately scented, with some currant leaf, then sultana and sweet dried fruits. The palate is equally fruity—more hedgerow fruits now—but there’s grip and a little fresh acidity to balance. Hugely appealing and approachable.
(DB, Fall 2015)
Wine Spectator
A deceptive delight that starts sweet with honey, leather and orange peel on the nose, then turns to spice on the palate. After a spot of honey on the tongue tip, the spices come on in earnest, with cinnamon and ginger. Leaves a long, spicy finish. Three types of cask: Sherry, Bourbon and new oak.
(2/2011)
K&L Notes
Awarded Double Gold Medal at the 2013 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
