Suntory Pure Malt Whisky “Yamazaki” 1983

Suntory Pure Malt Whisky “Yamazaki” 1983

Official bottling 
Single malt - West Honshu
Amber
43% ABV
Dram

Nose: Roast chicken, sea salt, honey, raisins, cinder toffee, hints of nutmeg. 
Mouthfeel: Medium body, cool, expands, tingly. 
Tasting:  Sweet salty. Raisins, roast chicken, honey, raisins, milk chocolate, cocoa nibs, hints of sea salt. 
Finish: Medium. Milk chocolate, roast chicken, honey, cocoa nibs. 

Comments: 

This is the first (or one of the very first) Yamazaki single malts bottled, way back in 1983. It’s surprisingly savoury, and I’ve always believed that Yamazaki has a savoury note until it’s gets buried under all that sherry. I feel vindicated :).

Verdict:

I like this a lot.