Nose Pretty punchy from the off with soft leather cushioned by stewed, estery stone fruits before hefty charred oak and a hint of furniture polish creep in. Creamy vanilla and a touch of spicy nutmeg eventually rise from the depths.
Palate Thick treacle and burnt brown sugar with tingles of clove and woody spice emerging, but not taking over. Old oak and a touch of bitterness lead to a hearty warmth, with candied orange peels and old leather.
Finish A pungent, long finish, with soft rubbery oak and slight kitchen spice bitterness, along with pithy orange. Charred herbs and peppery spice. Drying oak and cigar box linger.