The setup: Glencairn glass. Rested for 15min. 2 drops of water. Spice and leather on the nose. Pretty strong alcohol on the first whiff. The first sip is a little spicy upfront. Vanilla and caramel in the middle. This has a long warm finish that hangs around on the palate until the next sip is taken. After a couple tastes, you start to notice the more complex notes.