Tasting Notes

WS94

This leans toward the rich side, with a smoky accent weaving around the walnut, toasted sesame, date and pistachio notes. Racy, edgy acidity ripples underneath, giving this length and contrast. Distinctive and delicious. Drink now. 180 cases made.

V91

The 1987 Bual from Cossart Gordon (Bottled 2016) had a burnished amber color, perhaps a little deeper than I was expecting given its age. It has a reasonably complex bouquet with marmalade, molasses, toffee apple and a subtle seawater scent. The palate is clean and fresh, nimble for a Bual thanks to the fine line of acidity. I actually discerned more complexity in the mouth than on the nose as flavors of walnut, Chinese 5-spice, smoke and marmalade lead the way on the focused and sustained finish. Leaving the bottle aside for 24 hours, I did notice some improvement in the nose, which my score reflects.

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