Woodstock Very Old Fortified 500ml NV yves-cuilleron called "The Dream of Scipio"

called "The Dream of Scipio"

raspberry and Provencal lavender

tastes drier than its 80 grams of residual would suggest

with distinctive sense of the oak barrel

Soft and round but structured with tangy acidity and a gentle grip

Woodstock Very Old Fortified 500ml NV yves-cuilleron called "The Dream of Scipio"The red grape colours have precipitated away over time, leaving a true tawny colour after two decades in barrel. A powerful and complex nose full of nuts, toffee, intense spice and fresh rancio characters reflect its age and complexity. On the palate, toffee, mocha, coffee and intense nuttiness all combine to create rich luscious flavours. The finish is long with lingering flavours of a fine very old fortified.