88 / 100
At 57.3% ABV, this is a notably strong bottling, with plenty of fruit and honey balanced by pepper and aromatic oak. The slightly drier finish, with chocolate and raisins, gives the rich character a welcome bit of restraint.
Reviewed by raincheck lantern
- Nose
- Juicy yellow plums, baked red apples and stewed mixed fruits, Honey, subtle wax and polished wood
- Palate
- Apricots, citrus and gooseberries, Pepper, liquorice and aromatic oak
- Finish
- Long and slightly drier, with brioche, milk chocolate, raisins and oak spices