82 / 100
There’s a clear pull between sweet, fruit-rich notes and the smoky, savoury edge. Dates, red berries and cinnamon make the palate sound inviting, while subtle peat smoke keeps it from feeling straightforward. The finish has more challenging details, including tire rubber and burned newspaper, so this seems less easygoing than the sweetness might first suggest. It’s an interesting balance, though the smoky, musty side may not suit every preference.
Reviewed by shortwaverambler
- Nose
- Dried fruits and raisins, Sherry-soaked oak, Nutmeg and dark chocolate, Soft smoke
- Palate
- Rich and sweet, Dates and red berries, Cinnamon and subtle peat smoke, Creamy, with salty plum
- Finish
- Long and warming, Dried fig and spice, Soft smoky tail, Tire rubber and burned newspaper