88 / 100
The dark fruits and caramel give this a clear sweet side, but the cinnamon and spicy, dry oak keep it from sounding overly soft. I like that contrast: the nose also brings vanilla, honey and coconut, while the palate adds chocolate with hints of coffee and nuts. The finish is described as lingering, with dark fruits alongside dry spice. There is plenty to follow here without the sweetness having the final word.
Reviewed by RainySoda
- Nose
- Rich, juicy dark fruits, Vanilla, honey and caramel, Banana and coconut, Soft oakiness
- Palate
- Fruity maltiness, Smooth and buttery, Cinnamon, caramel and chocolate, Hints of coffee and nuts
- Finish
- Spicy and lingering, Dark fruits, Dry, spicy oak