The nose of this rye is absolutely delightful. It begins with a heavy whiff of rye spice, and builds with sweet undertones of chocolate and cherries. There is a hint of floral nectar as well. The nose does a wonderful job of building anticipation for the taste. It promises big things. The rye is big and bold. It features a heavy spice and a sweet vanilla caramel flavor. The sweetness is mellowed by notes of wood and leather that build into the aftertaste. It is warm and rich and sweet. An excellent rye. It is a lovely experience neat, and I am forced to wonder what it might taste like in a manhattan.