A sharp yet inviting nose with plenty of kick but lots of fruit and spice as well. Top notes of cut grass, yeastiness, and spicy herbs, rye of course, and mint. Heart notes of cherry and strawberry Twizzlers candy, light brown sugar, vanilla, and an almost malty honey sweetness, plus a hint of green apple skins, and a tinge of citrus. Bass notes of cinnamon and allspice, some suede and woodsmoke. Spicy and sweet on the palate. Loads of pepper up front, spicy and herbaceous like arugula. Then dessert is served with sugary fruit pie filling, cherry, strawberry, and orange marmalade. Smoky suede and vanilla fills the mouth with each inhale after a sip. Nice body, supple on the tongue with a bit of oiliness to it. Falling in fast streaks at first, it continues to drip waves of heavy droplets, each slower than the last until only a dappling clings to the glass. A medium finish both in length and intensity, quite oaky yet not overly dry, with traces of menthol, cocoa butter, dried cranberries, raisins, and dusty spice. Nose: 8 Palate: 9 Body: 9 Finish: 8