86 / 100
The dark fruit and sherry character give this a clear centre, while the pepper, oak and dry finish make it sound quite firm rather than especially easygoing.
Reviewed by redkitewren
- Nose
- Bold, Medicinal, Deeply sherried, Dry oak, Dark fruit
- Palate
- Walnut cake, Bitter chocolate, Brandied plums, Oak polish, Pepper, Nutmeg, Powerful and firm
- Finish
- Long, Herbal, Liquorice, Burnt sugar, Persistent dry notes