Taster

Nose: Appetising. Hazelnut toffee. Pecan pie, tarte tatin. Calls the luscious image of a 'sweet chariot'

Palate: Crisp,dry. Oak frames the flavours. Less rewarding than the nose but refined.

Finish: Dry,sherbety with a woody bite.

Comment: A rich nose and a somewhat restrained palate with an assertive oak print,which the high strength\ramplifies. But an elegant dryness.

Score: 7.5

Taster

Nose: Chocolate,spearmint,chicory, light fruit.

Palate: Full and rich,Turkish Delight, hot chocolate.

Finish: Long,pleasant,sweet and fruity.

Comment: A bit like a box of chocolate all sorts. This trend towards stronger Irish is very welcome.

Score: 8.3