85 / 100
The chocolate, raisins and cracked nuts give the nose a clear, robust direction, while citrus and malt add some contrast. On the palate, dark chocolate and coffee are joined by vanilla and orange peel, which keeps the darker notes from feeling one-note. The finish carries through with nutmeg, stout and dark chocolate. That combination sounds approachable to me, though it leans firmly toward richer flavours.
Reviewed by shortwaverambler
- Nose
- Chocolate, raisins and cracked nuts, Rustic and peppery notes, with hints of malt and citrus
- Palate
- Dark chocolate, coffee and vanilla, Malty caramel, almond nougat, orange peel and a hint of oak
- Finish
- Nutmeg develops into stout and dark chocolate, Lingers for a while