91 / 100
The coastal character, brine and salt give this a clear edge, while oranges and apples keep it from feeling all dry oak and smoke. That balance suits my taste, and the long, earthy finish sounds especially appealing.
Reviewed by rainykit
- Nose
- Salinity, with a whiff of smoke and soot, Oranges and apple peelings, Flint and dry oak
- Palate
- Coastalness and brine, Smoke, resinous notes, and waxed furniture, Oranges, apples, and juicy mirabelles
- Finish
- Long, warming, and earthy, Malt, oak, mineral notes, apple, pear, and salt, Lingering soot