ECBP B120 Review
Nose: this is fascinating. I’m getting a lot of notes reminiscent of GTS. There’s an undeniable oak presence but it’s not dominating (like 2017 GTS) and is quite pleasant. Strong graham cracker. Bit of roasted peanut (typically a palate trait of HH). Touch of light molasses and honeysuckle. Getting also some cornbread stuffing. Alcohol subdued even on a fresh pour. Completely gone after 10-15 mins.
4.5
Taste/Finish: This is tannic. The oak notes are there. As is saddle leather. But it’s a touch more bitter than the nose implies. Like a caramel brûlée that was scorched. Wants to be sweeter, but the toast on the sugar takes over. There’s oodles of peppercorn on the back of the tongue. It’s viscous but not terribly oily. Good coat. Burn is light down the pipe. As the tannins and pepper fades, it gives way to that sweetness that was lurking under the surface. And a hint of pipe tobacco. Incredibly complex finish for an ECBP. Lingers for hours. Lots going on here but there’s something just fails to connect all the dots - complexity is good, but complexity and harmony can coexist.
4
Overall this is a damn fine pour and probably one of the better ECBPs I’ve had since Batch 1. Definitely recommend you grab one at retail if you can. Anything under $80 - probably worth it.