88 / 100
Cherry and plum are the clearest thread here, joined by strawberry and darker berries, then returning with dried fruit in the finish. That red-wine character gives the sweet vanilla and chocolate a useful counterpoint, while mild spices and a peppery edge add a little lift. Citrus and coffee appear beneath the fruit on the nose. The overall impression is rounded and fruit-led, with sweetness prominent. That balance sounds appealing to me.
Reviewed by sunbeam lantern
- Nose
- Dark berries, cherries, strawberries and plums, Creamy, almost buttery vanilla with a hint of saltiness, A hint of citrus, coffee beans and sandalwood
- Palate
- Oily, soft mouthfeel, Vanilla and red berries, mostly cherries, Dark chocolate, raisins and mild oriental spices
- Finish
- Long, with red wine character, cherry, plums and dried fruit, Slight peppery note and sweet chocolate moving towards milk chocolate