The nose is very nice, sweet honeysuckle and light oak. This is very nice on the palate as well, with smooth sweet cherry notes and caramel. There's just a little oak and not much in the way of spice. The finish is short and sweet. This one is easy drinking and mild. If it has a fault it may be a bit too mild. Really like this one. In my area it retails for around $60, which is overpriced in my opinion. Fortunately I picked this one up for much less, otherwise I might opt for something else. I will definitely enjoy this bottle though