Visual aspect: beautiful amber, caramel colour. Brilliant, very bright. Nose: rich, classy, tight, concentrated. Cocoa liqueur, maple syrup, vanilla. The alcohol seems melted, well-integrated. Palate: soft first taste; unctuous, velvety, soft, melted, buttery, elegant, fine palate. Freshness of the mandarin. Gourmet pairings: foie gras with chocolate chips and French toast with caramel sauce. Comments: a pleasurable after-dinner drink.