Caviar Aged 3 Years

Description

Wrapper: Honduran Shade
Binder: Colombian
Fillers: Jamastran, Condega, Dominican, and Esteli

Body: Honey-dipped hay with almond accents
Foot: Pure hay
Cold draw: Subtle traces of hay and peat

Tasting Notes: 
Opening: Begin a sweet and savory tasting expedition, featuring the harmonious blend of honey, hay, toasted almonds, and black pepper.  The gentle introduction of peat smoke creates a unique sensory layer.  The initial profile is enriched by a light apricot note with a hint of salt.

Development: The journey continues to delight as the taste palette transitions to a sweet cream foundation, subtly mingling with brine salt and black pepper.  The lingering taste of apricot is soon followed by a surprise, as a nuanced flavor plays between almond and vanilla bean.

Finale: The finish stages a memorable display of flavors.  Salty, peppery notes pair perfectly with the remaining essence of almond biscotti.  The cream smokiness, coupled with the slight peat, delivers an intriguing, warm close to this rich and layered tasting experience.

Pairing Notes: Charcuterie Board, Sweet Riesling, Honey Lemon Green Tea, Brie Cheese, Creamy Pasta, Tawny Port, Vanilla Almond Milk, Almond Biscotti, Salted Caramel Dessert, Almond Milk Latter.