The color of this is a wonderful golden brass color, similar to the color found in winter wheat and other harvest grains. The nose is sweet with hints of baking spice, little to no alcohol on the nose. The first sip is a bit of a jolt of spice and alcohol vapor. Light airy mouthfeel. The second sip and this really opens up, notes of clove, pears, and dark fruit / plumb. The finish isn’t so long that you can wait a long time for another sip, but long enough that you can appreciate it and enjoy the lingering notes.