Taster

Nose: Full on sweetness from the start; chocolate pennies, caramel wafer bars, sherbet dibdaps, hints of marzipan and icing sugar too.

Palate: The tannins from the oak come through slowly, taking over the sweetness. In time, becomes a little like tiramisu: coffee, cream and a little liqueur.

Finish: Big and punchy, but then fades, leaving a cream and liqueur edge.

Comment: Another belter from Taiwan that is well worth looking out for.

Score: 8.7

Taster

Nose: Opening the door to an old fashioned sweetie shop – green apple laces, Irn Bru bars, liquorice and rows of freshly polished mahogany shelves.

Palate: Charred oak, toasted rosemary and freshly brewed coffee dominates. Baked apples and peaches with cherry ice cream begin to appear with the addition of water.

Finish: As the heat tails off, the finish dries into a chalky texture.

Comment: The perfect combination for a coffee and apple pie break.

Score: 8.5