Rating

Ultimate Beverage Challenge 97 points (Mar 2012) The nose is generous and quite herbal with lush with honey and caramel. Scents of eucalyptus, mint, and pine needles, mingle with sweet malt, caramel, candied cashews, and dark chocolate. The palate is lush while lively with accents of dry citrus zest an  Wine Enthusiast 96 points (Dec 2008) The smashing bouquet features delightful notes of toasted wheat bread, oatmeal, black raisins, trail mix, roasted chestnuts, bacon fat, sweet butter, ruby Port and prunes. Entry is peppery, moderately sweet and smoky; midpalate features succulent tastes of dark chocolate-covered cherries and strawberries, honey and smoked nuts. Finishes elegantly and clean, with deft traces of smoke and cocoa. — P.P. (12/1/2008) — 96-100

Technical notes

40% alcohol