Convalmore 36yo 1977/2013

Convalmore 36yo 1977/2013

Small Batch, WM Cadenhead
Single malt - Speyside
Amber
58.2% ABV
Half dram

Nose: Chocolate, honey, cloves, strawberry jam, pomegranate molasses,black tea, vanilla custard. With water, more strawberry jam, dried blueberries, prunes. 
Mouthfeel: Light body, tingly, astringent, warm. 
Tasting:  Sweet salty. Cloves, mangoes, honey, chocolate, black tea, pomegranate molasses, hints of chocolate. With water, vanilla, strawberry jam, black tea, lavender. 
Finish: Medium. Pomegranate molasses, chocolate, cloves, black tea, hints of lavender. 

Comments: 

Another old find, this one a luscious, sticky, Convalmore. Very high strength, needs more than a little water. Before water, it's floral and fruity, with heaps of spice. After water, it opens up, turning even more floral and slightly tannic. There's something jammy and floral about Convalmore, the tasting notes are remarkably consistent.

Verdict:

I like this a lot.