Nose: Dark and floral, slight orange peel and citrus, light oak spice. Palate: Lots of floral and slight oak/earthy notes. A Delicate and light sweetness is present. Followed by clove and cinnamon spice. Red apple, plumb and other lighter red fruits. Finish: More on the dry side but sticks around. Lingering notes of bitter cocoa,coffee beans and softer leather oak spice again. Burst of sweet dry bright fruit towards the end. For the price I rather have Hakushu 12