The color is a vibrant amber, not as dark as you would expect for 23 years old. The nose is sweet and oaky, with plenty of pleasant brown sugar, vanilla, caramel and a touch of fruit. It almost smells like ice cream. The palate is rich and full of sweet oak, as well as a heavy creaminess. The finish is medium long with is lasting sweet oak, while the sweeter notes fade as if the ice cream has meted and all the flavors come together.