Taster

Nose: Fudge, honey and vanilla. Patchouli oil emerges, then smoky caramel.

Palate: Confident and substantial. Polished leather, vanilla pods, nutmeg and more caramel.

Finish: Lengthy, with cherries and mint.

Comment: Everything meshes very nicely here.

Score: 8.3

Taster

Nose: Another sweet starter with masses of honey flapjacks, melted sugar and caramel. Then an incense note.

Palate: Big juicy mouth feel, coats the palate. Runny honey, egg custard. Hints of\rleather and melted sugar.

Finish: Long and lush.

Comment: Like settling into an old leather chair, a charming drop.

Score: 8.6