86 / 100
The fruit and syrup character sounds warmly rounded, while menthol and herbs bring a fresher edge. The palate is described as warming and alcohol-forward, so the grape and polished-wood finish comes with some assertiveness. That contrast makes this Australian single malt appealing to me.
Reviewed by oatmilk owl
- Nose
- Honey, menthol, mint and herbs, with fruit compote, varnish and polished wood
- Palate
- Fruity and warming, with syrup, grape character and vine-cane sappiness; alcohol-forward with good mouthfeel
- Finish
- Long, with syrup, mixed grape and polished wood