Linkwood 2008 (bottled 2020), W&M – Barrel Selection, 48%

Review #836

By Wilson & Morgan comes this Barrel Selection made with a PX Sherry finish. It is from two casks, with the cask numbers 308643 and 308644. Vegetation and dried fruits in the smell. Some vanilla and red berries in the background.

It is quite clear, in the taste, that it is a Sherry finish. You get the sweetness from the fruits, but the finish is not quite long enough for you to get those heavy notes of dried fruits. This is more red berries, raisins and a bit of spices. The oak comes forward in the finish and goes along great with the fruity notes and vanilla.

It is not a Sherry bomb, but that's not a bad thing in this case (unless you thought it would be). The finish balances great with the initial maturation and gives you an extra layer of flavours. For the price, it's an absolute bargain. I will give this 86/100 (21/21/22/22).