90 / 100
There’s a measured smoky thread here, with coastal smokiness on the nose and gentle peat smoke on the finish. I like the way that character sits alongside the dried fruit and the palate’s toffee, roasted nuts and cocoa, rather than overwhelming them. The sea salt gives the finish a coastal touch, while sweet oak keeps the overall impression rounded. A warmly appealing balance for someone curious about smoke that stays in proportion.
Reviewed by bluehour_notebook
- Nose
- Dark fruits, Coastal smokiness, Dried plums, Sultanas, Creamy vanilla
- Palate
- Toffee, Roasted nuts, Orange zest, Elegant, smoky undertones, Cocoa
- Finish
- Long and warming, Sweet oak, Sea salt, Gentle peat smoke