Penderyn Ex-Australian Red Wine AW1 Single Malt Welsh Whisky (700ml / 50%)

Penderyn 17 Year Old Ex-Australian Red Wine AW1 Single Malt Welsh Whisky (700ml / 50%)

$255.00
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The Cask “AW1” is one such unique whisky and released exclusively for the Australian market with only 203 bottles available.Procured from the renowned “Calliope Vineyard” and Buller Wines in the Rutherglen...

Description

The Cask “AW1” is one such unique whisky and released exclusively for the Australian market with only 203 bottles available.

Procured from the renowned “Calliope Vineyard” and Buller Wines in the Rutherglen Valley, Victoria, the cask contained one of the rarest and oldest whiskies ever released by Penderyn

Matured in ex-bourbon casks from June 2004 until 2009, the whisky hassince been matured in this exceptionally rare wine cask.

Penderyn’s master blender, Aista Phillips, describes the whisky.. “it’s a lovely whisky, full bodied, got a lot of influence from the wine cask – fruity and spicy”

Penderyn Distillery produces award-winning single malt whiskies and spirits in the foothills of the magnificent Brecon Beacons in South Wales. Penderyn produce their own malted barley spirit which, when matured, is recognised worldwide as one of the finest single malt whiskies. The majority of the spirit goes into casks for ageing in their cellars. The remainder is used to craft other award-winning products. With investment, inspiration, hard work, attention to detail, the finest barley, expert distillers and the best American oak bourbon casks, Penderyn Whisky has quickly gained a worldwide reputation winning several awards en route and have a strong presence in countries such as China, Russia and Australia.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Raspberries, redcurrants, cherries, strawberries with a hint of walnut and a warm vanilla spice

Taste: Smooth with soft spices, red apples

Finish: Almonds with roasted coffee beans