Michel Couvreur Intravagan'za Single Malt (3 yrs Moscatel & Olorosso cask) 50% 700ml monastrell while well-integrated oak contributes subtle

while well-integrated oak contributes subtle notes of vanilla and sweet spice

The shallow soils and north-facing aspect here result in a more floral and aromatic wine

providing great aromatic intensity along with the usual structure of Tokaj wines

something he picked up from his mentor Anselme Selosse

It's very intriguing and evolves in the glass

Michel Couvreur Intravagan'za Single Malt (3 yrs Moscatel & Olorosso cask) 50% 700ml monastrell while well-integrated oak contributes subtleMatured for 3 years in Moscatel and Oloroso casks. The pale gold amber colour has some small particles floating in it. Opening sniffs are mildly prickly, waxy and furniture polish like. Second phase releases vanilla wafer, caramel and sweet cereal notes in a bouquet that's akin to youthful grain spirit with an Irish softness. The palate follows suit with a straightforward vanilla, caramel burst. Youthful spiciness. The finish is a little hollow and