2022 vintage at Armsby Abbey, 1/1/24. Clear dark maroon. Light tan head sits at thin cover. Really nice English feel to it with big raisin-plum-prune from malt and yeast, backed by a fun helping of vinous port and gentle oak. No booze, doesn't feel too sugary. Soft, rich, fruity and malty with excellent barrel character adding dryness on the finish. There's a strong vanilla note from somewhere that is absolutely killer. Deft balance of sweet and dry, malty and attenuated. And that fruit and vanilla lingering is amazing. Great barrel character, good acidity. Not too heavy on the raisin-prune. Just a pinch of syrupiness up front before drying out nicely. Lovely spiciness in the final dh from the barrel.