Whiskey Review: Green Spot Chateau Montelena

First and foremost when this liquid hits the palate, its the unique mouthfeel associated with single pot still that wows. Thick and rich, luxurious and coating without being cloying or excessively sweet, the texture certainly takes top honors here. Flavorwise, there are big esters here which seem off for such a refined and extra-aged whiskey. Bananas and butterscotch smack you up front, and a light dusting of strawberry carries you through the alcohol burn. Still searching for the spiciness of Zinfandel grapes, some sunbleached grass and vanilla salt water taffy round out the finish, where these notions of grape seem best left in my imagination. They’re certainly not in the glass.