Appearance: Burnished copper.
Nose: Not forward, yet attractively
‘natural’ and in time rich, balanced and very complex. Macerated
fruits; pears, plums, cherries. Hints of pineapple develop a light,
green, gooseberry-like edge. Delicate scents of wild rose, menthol and
polished leather rise above a soft base of Christmas cake or buttery
pastry. Water opens it all up elegantly, without altering the main
themes.
Body: Rich and smooth-textured.
Palate: A smooth
and sweet taste, unctuous, yet with light and lively acidity. The soft,
delicate, fruity core is cradled by rich, chocolate-edged flavours, the
texture, chocolate and fruit combining to evoke a cherry liqueur
chocolate truffle. Warming overall, it’s softer with water, when the
balance of tastes remains the same, though lighter.
Finish: Exciting and complex, the conclusion is long, smooth, gently drying and rich in cocoa.