This was the closing pour after hearty Thanksgiving meal this evening, courtesy of my cousin. Ever take a long road trip vacation, through boring countryside that has nothing but grass fields and farm houses, only to end up hours later at a beautiful countryside resort facing gorgeous vistas ? The road trip was then so worth it. This is like that road trip. On first arrival after opening the bottle, it’s a bit too oaky, almost making you think those 12 years in cask must’ve been way too taxing. But, let it sit out for an hour, through your post-dinner conversation. You’re then treated to amazing flavors of caramel, Tabacco, leather. Really well integrated. If you come across this, open and share with family / friends. It’s almost a sin to keep this on the shelf.