Nose

Musty boxes, and a luxurious and rich explosion of fruits. Undercurrents of varnish and a chestnut nuttiness too.

Palate

Tinned peaches, apricots and dark chocolate. This complexity is spanked into touch with a lot of wood character, and a little creosote.

Finish

Bitter woodiness and star anise spice.

Comment

A little too drying and old on the palate for me, but that bouquet was absolutely stunning.