Orphan Barrel Rhetoric 23 year old

Caramel and cigar box lead the way but leather comes in strong followed by oak earth and mushrooms. On the palate Nutella and roasted almonds resonate over crème brûlée salt water taffy vanilla icing and nutmeg with slight hints of apple and pineapple at which point I think it really starts to pick up and take on some complexity. Alas the short finish hurts what was a delightful experience.