Gavin Smith
Nose
Very fragrant, violets and honey. A great nose.
Palate
Not surprisingly, some flat, oaky notes, but the honey, robust maltiness, and a tinge of smoke hold together to make this work rather well.
Finish
Drying sherry and oak, ultimately quite bitter and tannic.
Comment
Just about holds its own against the effects of excessive age. On the cusp!
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Dave Broom
Nose
Plenty of wood. Plasticene, emulsion paint and amyl nitrate. Water reveals toasted oak, rich dried fruits, cumin/coriander powder.
Palate
Soft demerara sweetness. Toasted almond, grilled nut. Acquires some elegance, almost Cognac like. A floral, pot pourri note. Grippy oak.
Finish
Marzipan. Almond slices.
Comment
Strange nose but good flavours.
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