Taster

Nose: Highly aromatic with lots of clove, dusty spices and fennel seeds with the fruits behind. In time there is tobacco and some eucalyptus.

Palate: Very gentle start, given the effusive nose then that dusty spiciness comes through, cinnamon especially. Builds heat, energy, and spices, as it moves to the finish.

Finish: Yes -spices again!

Comment: As you'd expect from this ongoing series this is perfectly balanced, (one of\rthe quieter expressions?) but lovely.

Score: 8

Taster

Nose: Intense. Woody. Cedar wood. Sandalwood. Vetiver root. Like a men's eau de toilette. Opens on dried fruit and Turkish delight. Some sweetness but well balanced by the wood notes.

Palate: Smooth and satin-like. Sweet liquorice, prunes and Turkish delight. Oak is\rperfectly integrated.

Finish: Round, soft and clean, ending with a pleasant astringency.

Comment: A superb Kentucky delight ! When old bourbons are oak controlled, they\rreach perfection.

Score: 8.9