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Tasting Notes
Rich and inviting — dried fruits, Christmas cake, and a warm breath of sherry oak. Beneath, there are darker notes of bitter chocolate and espresso, with a lift of orange zest that keeps everything bright and engaging. A whisper of old leather and library books emerges with time in the glass.
Full-bodied and luxurious at cask strength. The sherry hogshead delivers waves of fig compote, dark treacle, and warm baking spices — cinnamon, nutmeg, a touch of clove. Mid-palate, expect toasted almonds, tobacco leaf, and a gentle oakiness that speaks to eighteen patient years. A splash of water unlocks honey and stewed plums.
Long, warming, and deeply satisfying. Spiced oak and dark chocolate fade slowly into dried apricot and a faint mineral quality — like wet stone after a Highland rain. The sherry influence persists beautifully, leaving you with a memory of fireside warmth and contemplation.