Taster

Nose: Soft oak. Earthy. Truffle-like. Smoky.

Palate: Slightly. Slippery. Slips down. Medium dry. Cedary, some steely notes, and some smoke.

Finish: Very lively flavour development. Grassy, peaty smoky. Drier with water.

Comment: Masculine. Rather austere, aloof.

Score: 8

Taster

Nose: Attractive with soft, cakey aromas that mix nut and honey with a hint of smoke and a slightly rubbery note.

Palate: Clean and not overly sweet. Almond, cooked fruits, chocolate, smoke.

Finish: Soft, then nutty wood.

Comment: Attractive and well balanced. Not as heavily sherried as you might expect.

Score: 8