Willie J.

93 reviews · avg 84/100

There’s a wonderful richness to the nose from the first moment. Plums and prunes, mango, hints of mint and tobacco, with some old leather. Plenty of old oak as well. Magnificent.
Deep and a dark like an intense compote with gentle sweetness that rolls into rich, spices. It’s like a fruitcake matured to perfection. The wood is there, but it’s perfectly controlled despite the age. Plenty of cinnamon and a touch of nutmeg.
The finish is stellar with the tobacco and spice to the fore, but plenty of fruit as well. There’s warmth late on, but it adds nicely to the effect. Cinnamon and sugar runs through it.
This is a wonderful cognac. A real joy to drink.