The color seemed considerably darker than than a younger bourbon. The nose seems extremely well balanced, I am an amateur but I don't notice anything out of the ordinary, oak, vanilla, Carmel. The body is smooth, some hints of citrus appear as it rolls over my tongue, what seemed simple on the nose just took a complex turn, and I like it. The finish is easy and at 100 proof, one of the smoother that I've tried. I am impressed. This 13 year just became my celebration or very special guest drinker. I think this is right up there with my EH Taylor.