89 / 100
The appeal here is the balance between rounded sweetness and a clear thread of spice. Maple syrup, figs and poached pears give the palate a rich, fruit-led direction, while cinnamon and clove on the nose keep it from reading as sweetness alone. The gentle orange note adds a lighter accent, and the finish stays with brown sugar, apple and vanilla custard. A coherent, warmly weighted sherry-cask character, with enough contrast to keep the details distinct.
Reviewed by TidepoolRover
- Nose
- Sweet, caramelised fruits, Honey-roasted nuts, Cinnamon and clove, A hint of rancio
- Palate
- Maple syrup, Creamy vanilla, Dried figs and poached pears, Cocoa, with orange in the background
- Finish
- Long and sweet, Brown sugar, red apples and vanilla custard