yeah, I am not a pipe tobacco guy either... I got more of a slight twang in the tobacco...
Does VS describe it that way?
here:
Description: A unique tobacco blend inspired by a pipe tobacco flavor I sampled at a tobacconist shop in Gloucestershire, England. This flavor is splendid; somewhat sweet, a little tart, a bit of spice, and light notes of roasted tobacco. All-in-all, a light flavor with a rich personality.