Nose: Vanilla and Tobacco are prominent. There is a waxy walnut note, but it is very bright and shiny. Palate: Vanilla and tobacco follow. Some clove and dry oak. Comes in a little hot for 98 proof. As it sits on my tongue, it turns to brown sugar, which melts nicely. I can def tell the age. Finish: Short. Period. That waxy walnut note from the nose returns. Summary: a great start for the 9 year vertical Pinhook will put out. But right now, it’s just O.K. 80/100