84 / 100
The raisin, date and treacle notes point to a rich, rounded style, with cocoa and oak spice carrying through. That sounds more dessert-like than the bright, fresh character I tend to prefer, though the fruit and spice are clearly defined.
Reviewed by wildmint kettle
- Nose
- Rich raisins, Dates, Honeycomb, Dark chocolate, Hints of cinnamon and polished oak
- Palate
- Full-bodied and oily, Treacle, Stewed figs, Toffee, Sweet baking spice
- Finish
- Long and warming, Lingering PX sweetness, Cocoa, Gentle oak spice