Tasted next to the Alaskan water, in a plastic cup because I'm by the pool Nose - honey, pear Taste - black peppercorns, oak Finish - moderate length, some oak and vegetable flavor and fish sauce? Score - 3.5 Scoring Legend 5.0 - Outstanding, unmatched to others 4.5 - Excellent, I will always keep a bottle in stock if possible 4.0 - Very good, quite enjoyable to drink, can consider as a solid choice 3.5 - Good, would taste again 3.0 - Average 2.5 - Acceptable, still drinkable 2.0 - Inferior, able to drink but not enjoyable 1.5 and below—wouldn’t drink again unless I am desperate