A blend of two casks with complementary characteristics: one finished for 64 months in second-fill Oloroso sherry, the other for the same period in second-fill Pedro Ximenez.
Nose: Beautiful notes of lavender, vetiver and incense candles. There's a touch of leather, a little almond and a hint of wax. A drop of water opens up the aromatic spectrum, revealing hints of wood smoke, damp peat, a hint of menthol and more old leather.
Mouth: Salty and creamy, savory, eucalyptus oil, salted caramel, smoked pecans, wood smoke, creosote and tar. There's also a background of sweetness, like smoked pear crumble and a bit of fudge.
Finish: Notes of leather, salted caramel and a refreshing menthol sensation.
N: Clean, peppery and fruity. Specific notes of orange peel, waxy lemon zest, heather and various beers and crystallized exotic fruits. Water enhances the fruity and floral aspects and brings a wonderful freshness.
B: Powerful, brilliantly fruity, spicy and full of yellow plums, lemon peel, honey and pressed wild flowers. Notes of exotic fruit tea and wood spices. Water once again enhances the sweet, fresh qualities.
F: Nice length, on honey, flowers, mead, a touch of wax and notes of dried exotic fruit.