Michael Jackson
Nose
Grass verges overgrown with whin, leaving its curiously fruity, banana and almond aromas.
Palate
Lightly syrupy. Clean. Teasing, gentle, dexterous interplay of sweetness and smokiness.
Finish
Flowery, dryish, restrained.
Comment
Easily drinkable but with a distinct regional character and plenty of flavour. This could become one of my favourite blends.
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Dave Broom
Nose
Dry, lean and woody. Fairly phenolic. Water shows the wood, but also sugared almond, cigar smoke/cedar.
Palate
Has honeyed sweetness and good weight. The smoke dominates the back palate. Perfumed but dry.
Finish
Smoky.
Comment
A pretty phenolic example. Lacks the complexity and harmony of the Adelphi bottling.
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