Taster

Nose: Warm, rich, deep. Prickly. Damson jam. Blackcurrant. Orange caramel. Freshly brewed coffee. Needs time to release all its richness.

Palate: Velvety, almost syrupy, smooth at start then a spicy burst (fresh grated ginger) which dries up the mouth.

Finish: Dry, spicy, oaky. A sweet malty touch in the back.

Comment: A warm expression of sherry. Quite sensuous if not fiery. Rich and deep.

Score: 8.5

Taster

Nose: Sweet slightly peppery oak, rock candy, cocoa. Has age. Lightly oily with scented wood and plenty of sweet-hearted spirit to balance. Tickle of smoke.

Palate: Meaty, charred wood. Musky and intriguing. Deep sweet black fruits with a touch of liquorice bed it down in the middle of the tongue. Good length.

Finish: Mixing fragrance, light smoke and deep oak.

Comment: Big but balanced. Shows complexity.

Score: 8.5