Taster

Nose: Woody. Damp wood. Some mustiness. Humus. A sweet note slowly emerges. Orange squash.

Palate: Smooth at first followed by a fizzy burst. Alcohol is well mastered. Powerful but not biting. Sweet malty notes with an orangey touch. Spices. Chili, nutmeg.

Finish: Short but soothing on dried almonds.

Comment: The nose is not very inviting but the palate is more interesting. A few drops\rof water cuts the edges.

Score: 7.8

Taster

Nose: Mature, highly extracted aromas. Varnish, fruit jams alongside cherry, bitter chocolate, barley sugar, overripe apricot and dunnage warehouse.

Palate: Vinous. The dense fruits re-appear with a balancing sourness and a hint of bitter orange peel. Powerful, rich, thick and waxy/unctuous that, once diluted, reveals membrillo and rose hip syrup.

Finish: Cedar and liquorice.

Comment: Odd, askew, individual and marvellous but way too pricey. On liquid alone the score is 9.1

Score: 9.1