Kavalan Concertmaster utilises Ruby Port, Tawny Port and Vintage Port casks from Portugal to finish whiskies that were initially matured in standard American oak barrels.

I tried this sample as part of my Whisky Advent Calendar .

Kavalan Concertmaster (40%, OB +/- 2016, Port Cask finish)

Nose: honeyed and fairly aromatic, with vanilla and some varnished notes. Plums, raspberries and a hint of red wine, but the Port influence is nicely balanced. Almonds. A faint smoky / roasted note and some pepper in the background. A pleasant surprise. Mouth: less impressive now. Youngish profile. There’s a vague agave...