Aroma: “Fruity, alcohol aroma with notes of red fruits and wine barrels. Brown sugar and sherry follow along with a hint of vanilla-honey barrel character. Woody/spicy/earthy hops.”

Flavor: “Malt-forward with caramel and orange blossom honey, that is quickly complemented by a wine-like ester flavor. A fruity alcohol presence comes across tree-fruit-like. Prickly hops bitterness lightens the sweet malt body. Interesting blend of earthy and spicy (almost peppery) barrel tones.”

Overall: “A very enjoyable beer that brings barleywine character, without the sometimes overwhelming gooey, bourbon-barrel characteristics. Fun take on American barleywine. Well blended and balanced for high ABV. Alcohol heat reminds you not to drink this delicious beer too fast! The wood character is assertive but enjoyable. Very nice example.”