Red Label whiskies have consistently won awards in competitions; recently Red Label won Gold and Grand Gold Medals at the Monde Selection Awards, one of the drinks industry"s most respected international events.Nose: Very aromatic, indeed. Sexily earthy. Peaty, junipery, fruity. Palate: Robust malt and grain. Very lively. Scenty spiciness. Gingery. Comes on hot and strong. Finish: Island smokiness and saltiness emerging: lingering and insistent. Comment: Full of youthful daring, but with enough stamina to last all night (this means that you and your buddy will probably drink the whole bottle).