Nose

Soft, syrup-laden sponge with honey, orange zest, almonds, and cardamom – like a Mediterranean cake. Wholemeal toast and salted butter. Golden raisins and apple skin.

Palate

Medium bodied. Thick-cut marmalade. Slightly more savoury apple notes, like a spiced apple chutney paired with mild cheese. Cinnamon-dusted wholemeal toast and manuka honey.

Finish

Medium-long, on honey and sliced apple.

Comment

This is well composed, retaining a pleasant lightness amid its meatier notes.