A vanilla crème with brown sugar immediately on the nose. A deeper inhalation from sniffer brings in a deep, dark cherry with a whisper of citrus. An oakiness on the pallette is interrupted by whatever perfume the waitress is wearing. Like a punch in my nose minus the enjoyment of blood that would be sure to follow. Once that mess leaves it's quite a nice sipper. Creamy, vanilla smooth. A bit of oaky astringency at the edges of the tongue. Medium finish. A "buy" but not over $200.