P: Wood upfront, again with the fresh-sawn lumber note; going in the direction of grape juice or a drier white whine. Malty sweetness, but more of an upfront maltiness (diastatic malt powder) than a gentle sweetness. A hint of pineapple and a touch of orange; a bit of grapefruit as well. 

 

F: Wood leads; the grape juice/wine is right behind it with the maltiness on their heels. Gentle heat and some sweetness; drying slightly over time. Grapefruit as it ends and a little passionfruit too. 

 

This is a profile unlike anything I've personally encountered - very punch with a fair amount of wood, but not overly woody like many 30+ whiskies tend to be. Unusual fruit notes but underpinned by a good sweetness. I'll have to find some more '76 vintages.