On the nose, white peppery, green apple, pear and a little un-ripe banana, with a charcoal grill the next yard over grilling 8 Hebrew Nationals. Pretty malty upfront on the taste; a little surprising from the nose. The pear and charcoal take center stage as it travels to the finish. This was a Christmas gift from my wife...took the bottle she gave me, back, and got this one - I know I'm a horrible person. This is very good bottle but not happy with the price and ABV. I'm glad I have it as a collector, but wouldn't stretch this far in my pocket if I wasn't a nerd. 5.0 - go out and buy all of the stock you can find. 4.0 - must buy at least one bottle before you die. 3.0 - solid, must try at a bar, or mooch from a friend. 2.0 - didn't like it, you may. 1.0 - you may have the palate of my dog, and he licks his own ass.