ABV: 46%

Casks: Sherry, port, Madeira, white Burgundy, Cabernet Sauvignon.

Age statement: 

Color: Gold

Nose: Fantastic freshly cut pear, vanilla and marzipan. 21/25

Taste: Fresh pear juice, with white pepper and demerara sugar. 11/25

Finish: The pear flavour is continuing, some delicious tannins, and a hint of chalkyness. 17/25

Style: Lovely and uncomplicated 17/25

Total: This got a 30 minute rest in the glass first, as the first tasting of this left me a bit unimpressed, however it more than proved its worth the second time around! 66/100

Traditional score: 83/100