Very nice nose, vanilla, caramel, tobacco, and a hint of oak, can take a deep breathe with no burn. Very smooth on the palate, mildly tanic first sip but that is less noticeable on subsequent sips. All the aroma notes come through but the tobacco and oak are more subtle. Lingering vanilla and caramel give a moderately long finish. There is a gentle warming on the way down. This is an excellent pour at this msrp. @aboutbeverages