Nose

Rich gingerbread, chocolate, honey, then poached fruit with a hint of Christmas pudding.

Palate

Velvety, luscious thick honey with hints of fruity mulled wine, apricots, sloes, then butterscotch and dark chocolate.

Finish

Créme brûlée, fruit with spicy oak garnish.

Comment

Inhaling provides 'aroma-therapy, ' while the palate shows that mixing the grape and the grain can be thoroughly rewarding and risk-free.