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Nose: Initially, a pleasant mix of vanilla and citrus with a subtle oak presence.
The aroma develops into a sweet red wine character, with notes of grapes, plum, figs, and mulling spices.
Further nosing reveals hints of dried fruits like prunes and raisins, with a touch of licorice.
Palate: The initial sip starts with the wheat and vanilla notes found in the nose, which then fade into a rich, sweet, and syrupy profile reminiscent of port or sherry.
Flavors of grapes and plum dominate, balanced by the underlying wheat whiskey.
Finish: The finish is sweet and lingering on the tongue, with a subtle spice and a touch of oak.
Some tasters also detect a lingering huckleberry note, especially if the port wine used was infused with huckleberries.
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Nose: Sweet, with a noticeable alcohol punch, dried fruit (apricots, plums), citrus, oak, honey, and toffee. Some find notes of familiar bourbon, glue, grass, baked goods, and even menthol. With water, it can develop caramel, vanilla, and vegetal aromas.
Palate: Initially hot and spicy, with notes of glue and menthol. Mellows with water, revealing notes of cereal, sweetness, vanilla, spices, and dried apricots. Some perceive a toffee-forward creamy texture with hints of vanilla, cardamom, pepper, and oak.
Finish: Long and warm, with lingering vanilla and caramel notes. Some experience spicy notes or a subtle menthol finish.
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