Color: Polished mahogany. Nose: Earthy and deep red fruits and a little sprig of mint. Palate: Warm caramel and fudge, with thick berry preserves and rich tobacco smoke. Finish: Mellow and powdery, like cinnamon and wood shavings. A little sticky corn sweetness. Diluted: Leather and fresh-cut wood with a cloud of orange mist. Lighter sweetness on the palate, with maple syrup and honey standing out. Finish is more vegetative and floral, with more astringent notes coming through.