Roger Dagorn
Caramel dark, clear, uniform consistency - Caramel nose, lacking intensity, dull, simple, lacking intensity - Caramel flavors, rustic, lacking character, little aromatic expression, awkward, not much elegance, short finish.
Michael McNeill
Made syrup, chestnut, hint of greenish, yellow edge, bright not brilliant, deep color intensity, water edge - Dried tea leaves, herbal, subdued aromas, burnt sugar, nutty - Attack medium to full bodied, dry fruits flavors and fragrances, full bodied balance with fiery consistency, muscular, powerful brandy elegance, long, warm persistence
with floral notes.
Hervé Pennequin
Very intense brown, copper, yellow gold color - Aromas
of blond caramel, vanilla bean and liquorice - Long persistence on the palate, dry tannins (wood tannins), high acidity, a touch of sweetness on the finish.
Mark Slater
Color much too dark for VSOP, limpid but no sparkle - Spicy wood, no heat, fine flavors, good balance, not very elegant - Overly sweet, very hot finish, lacking balance and elegance
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