A. Smith Bowman Distillery 'John J. Bowman' Pioneer Spirit Single Barrel Virginia Straight Bourbon Whiskey (750ml) Yamada Nishiki Rice and although the 14% registered

and although the 14% registered here is still quite high

elegant nose that begins with ripe white fruit and moves towards the notes that come from ageing: baked goods

Tasting notes :

which deliver ripe aromas and flavors of anise

Syrah and others lurking in this moody

A. Smith Bowman Distillery 'John J. Bowman' Pioneer Spirit Single Barrel Virginia Straight Bourbon Whiskey (750ml) Yamada Nishiki Rice and although the 14% registeredThough it needs a little coaxing, this small batch Bourbon is a fitting tribute to the four Bowman brothers, Virginia militia officers in the Revolutionary War. Give it some time and a splash of ice water, and the aromas and flavors open up. Look for sweet notes of almond, cocoa and caramel, plus the clove and nutmeg notes that build on the finish. Wine Enthusiast 90 points