Taster

Nose: Tangy, malty and fruity. Raw bread dough with a hint of yeast. Sour apples. Cider cellar. A dash of water releases earthy notes.

Palate: Oak speaks up. A bitter/sour note of fermenting apple with a touch of must.

Finish: Oaky and spicy (white pepper).

Comment: Water cuts the edges a little but does not mellow the sourness.

Score: 7.8

Taster

Nose: Full, sweet and concentrated. Semi-dried summer fruits, banana, dried coconut, sandalwood. Exotic and complex.

Palate: Smoky and rich yet still lifted. Imagine barbecueing fresh pineapple. Good grip and some acidity. Wet chamois leather clinging to the tongue, while above is almond and unripe melon.

Finish: Long and elegant.

Comment: Fascinating. Hanyu does it again!

Score: 8.8