The best whisky I've ever had is Bruichladdich Yquem Cask. The 'Laddie make some damn fine whisky. I did try Glenmorangie Sauternes Cask, and was most disappointed by it but, like you, I think there's something in this Sauternes/sweetie-whisky combo.
Well, I'm going to try an Austrian Riesling from Sainsbury's Taste The Difference range, and then Bolney Pinot Noir (which has attracted some comment on another thread) tonight.
A tip to those who want to develop an interest in wine: try Sainsbury's TTD range -- they're somewhat more...
Then you're like me, but not like Goldstone1976. I do wonder whether he had the foresight to realise that wine prices would inflate wildly before buying all his fancy kit. I am now finally accumulating a small cellar, but because of inflated prices, poor man's pocket, etc, I have to dig around...