Single Cask American Oak – Ex Vintage Tawny Port Barrel

Status: Awaiting Release

Cigar Pairing: Maduro wrappers/heavy bodied NC’s or dark Wrapper Cubans.

Food Pairing: Daffenois cheese, duck liver pate.

A single malt fully matured in a single cask of American oak, formerly the sanctuary for decades-old Vintage Tawny Port. Delicate notes of unparalleled sophistication, and a testament to the decades-long dialogue between spirit and cask. Connoisseurs can expect a sensory journey like no other.

Nose: The nose unveils rich dried fruits, figs, and a nuanced sweetness that resonates with the light notes of American oak.

Palate: Velvety chocolate, honeyed almonds, and the subtle interplay of oak weave seamlessly. The inheritance of rancio introduces a savory depth, a rare quality often associated with the aging process of select Cognacs, Armagnacs, and fortified wines. This delicate touch elevates the whisky into the realm of a delicacy, offering a savory umami character that lingers and evolves on the palate.

Finish: The mouthfeel is luxurious and silky, further accentuating the whisky’s exceptional pedigree. Notes of vanilla, toffee, oolong tea and spice unfold, showcasing the intricacies that only prolonged maturation in a singular cask can bestow. The finish is a grand finale, where the echoes of dark fruits and oak are accompanied by the lingering elegance of warmed cashews, portobello mushrooms and whispers of wet earth, folding together in a balanced, rare, unique, and delicate dance.

This profile will resonate with connoisseurs who appreciate the subtleties of aged spirits, an homage to the distiller’s art and the unparalleled marriage of the American oak and Vintage Tawny Port influence. A rare delicacy—an embodiment of the craft, time, and the enigmatic beauty of illusive savoury notes.

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43.4% ABV