Taster

Nose: Fruity and oaky. A musty touch then more fruit. Stewed apples. Vanilla toffee. Victoria sponge cake.

Palate: Smooth and velvety but followed by a grippy feel. Oak speaks up with a dry spiciness and an astringent note.

Finish: Dry, spicy and astringent too.

Comment: The palate confirms the nose with dominant oak. Water tends to tone the wood down a little. It lacks balance for me. But those who like oakiness will enjoy.

Score: 7.6

Taster

Nose: Caramel wafer, almond croissants, preserved lemons, candy floss, a little fresh paint and some wood shavings.

Palate: Sweet with a lemon tart edge. Icing sugar and pastry, custard creams, then a drying element comes in.

Finish: Dries leaving a dense sweet citrus tang.

Comment: A pretty solid dram and well put together. Balanced.

Score: 8