82 / 100
The darkest fruit gives this a point of interest, set against toffee, molasses and rich chocolate. The matchbox-strike sulphur note sounds quite assertive, so this seems more rugged than fruit-led, but the sweet, earthy finish keeps it from feeling one-note.
Reviewed by slowtrainkoi
- Nose
- Nutty, rich sherry, Malted biscuits, Dried leaves
- Palate
- Toffee sweetness, Molasses, Full, rich chocolate, A hint of ginger, Darkest fruit, A matchbox strike with a hint of sulphur
- Finish
- Long, rich, intensely robust and earthy, Ethereal sweetness, The matchbox strike with a hint of sulphur lingers, Faint tobacco leaf, A hint of spice