Nose: I have a secret fondness for a roy rogers. Cherry coke is good, perhaps the best coke, but there is something tantalizing to the pomegranate note that grenadine lends to the mix. This nose is a walking base line. Tree bark. Blackberry bramble. Pomegranate pips on butter cream chocolate frosting. Fennel bulb.
Palate: The tart burst of pomegranate juice. Warm hazelnut spread. Bourbon vanilla. Hints of star anise, nutmeg and cloves. What a phenomenal balance, with a strong oak character that never steps on the fruit. Finish carries on, warm and woody for minutes.
Rating: 7 / 10 – This is delicious. And so so well integrated. Every note is enjoyable and punches way above its ABV.
