Taster

Nose: Biscuity. Shortbread. Dundee cake. Cellar.

Palate: Buttery and nutty. Crushed apples, cider. Vanilla. A sweet note of peach marmalade.

Finish: Too much softness. Gentle spiciness.

Comment: Not easy to evaluate what sauternes casks have brought in. An extra sweetness maybe but no particular sauternes aromas. Appreciable bottling strength.

Score: 7.3

Taster

Nose: Thick, creamy yet malty nose with concentrated fruits: apricot, orange peel, tarte tatin, vanilla pod.

Palate: Real presence in the mouth. Ripe and well-rounded with banana/orange.

Finish: Rich, with woody notes.

Comment: This works as a finish. The slight woodiness just knocks it down a mark or two-and it doesn't like water.

Score: 8