Stock 84 Riserve Invecchiata

Amber color. Quite oily texture. Nose: Sweet aroma. Burnt sugar. Caramel. Almonds. Sweet hazelnuts. Honey. Sweet syrup. A pinch of spice. A hint of alcohol. With a second sniff, perhaps even some sweet, fruity orange notes. Palate: Sweetness. Caramel. Burnt sugar. Toffee. It has a certain oiliness. Honey, sweet syrup. A bit of bitterness in the background. Walnut shell. A pinch of spice. Light alcohol presence. Finish: Quite sharp at first. Alcohol. Then some sweetness. Caramel. Burnt sugar. A burnt sensation. Creme brulee. Honey. A medium-length finish, but a little hollow.

I don't usually care for brandy, but this one isn't bad. I think the value for money is usually quite good with Stock.