Nose: Oak, brown sugar, figs. Nutmeg, allspice, clove. Freshly baked whole wheat bread. Deep toasted grain - the rye and barley are showing up to the party. There's a buried candy sweetness that reminds me almost of classic bubble gum, which is usually banana, strawberry, and cherry. Toasted nuts - peanut, walnut, cashew, which gives way to an almost rich, BBQ meat thread. Think pork shoulder or brisket. Palate: Cherry, brown sugar, charred oak. Tannin - the mouthfeel that develops after a sip is showcasing the age here. The rye makes it through to the taste, again as allspice and nutmeg. There are the toasted nuts again, this time as almonds and peanuts. Barley is buried here. Slight cinnamon. Luxardo maraschino cherries, banana. Moderate finish that fades "bottom-up" in that the more rich, foundational characteristics fade away first, then the mid-palate "body" goes, and then the fruit lingers for a bit. Other notes: My palate is a little wonk right now - had a big bowl of spicy ramen for lunch, which is likely distorting things a bit here. Overall, though, this is a well executed bottle. The price/age/quality ratio here is pretty excellent. Worth a buy to see what the hype is all about.