Taster

Nose: Dry. Slightly vegetal. A hint of lime peel.

Palate: Oily. Cinnamon. Dusty.

Finish: Spicy. Aromatic. Slightly medicinal. Menthol.

Comment: A confusion of flavours that don't seem to have rounded in the cask

Score: 7.3

Taster

Nose: Fruit by the sea ... A distinct veil of smokiness subtly hovering over a full basket of fruit (melon, grapefruit, apricot) and toasted almonds.

Palate: Oily and silky. Sweet, mellow, candied quinces and orange. Dried seaweed. Drying, smoky notes.

Finish: Warm, spicy with a touch of hot pepper and curry. Caramelised almonds.

Comment: Sauternes adds fruity mellowness without obstructing the splendid sea influence. A real beauty.

Score: 9.3