Released in 2012, The Balvenie 17yo DoubleWood is matured for 17 years in American oak barrels before being finished in European oak, ex-sherry casks for 6 to 12 months. Bottled at 43%.
Nose: Elegant and complex oak, vanilla, honeyed sweetness and a hint of green apple.
Palate: Sweet with dried fruits, sherbet spice, toasted almonds and cinnamon, layered with a richness of creamy toffee notes and traces of oak and deep vanilla.
Finish:Vanilla oak, honey and spicy sweetness.
