Deep copper color. The nose has maraschino cherry syrup, unlit cigar, vanilla bean, cinnamon stick and a heavy dose of sweet oak. Rich, velvety mouthfeel. The palate is a cherry bomb with a blast of maraschino cherry syrup up front, then more dark fruits including dark cherries and plums, followed by vanilla bean, charred cinnamon stick and a hint of cinnamon apples, fresh ground nutmeg, pipe tobacco, roasted peanuts, leather and oak. The finish is long, hot, dry and peppery with a lot of oak and baking spices, a little vanilla and caramel, and a hint of ground coffee. I know this is low proof for an ECBP, but this is beautiful and layered, and one of my favorites of their recent releases.