Taster

Nose: Pear drops, then green herbal notes.

Palate: Real mouth presence, smooth and luxurious, sparkles with spice, plus\rbrittle toffee and restrained fruit.

Finish: Toffee segues into gingery oak.

Comment: A lovely old-fashioned blend.

Score: 8.3

Taster

Nose: Lime marmalade, toast and honey, reminds me of throat soothers.

Palate: Orange peel, lime cordial, toffee notes abound. Gentle and elegant.

Finish: Quite short but packed with flavour, fruit and gentle wood spice.

Comment: A superb example of well thought out and careful blending.

Score: 8.9