Announcing the release of Small Batch 204. Matured in American oak ex-bourbon barrels, finished in Spanish oak ex-madeira hogsheads.
The fifth in a line of small-batch whiskies from the far north, this release has matured for five years in first-fill ex-bourbon barrels, then finished for six months in first-fill ex-Madeira hogsheads. The result is a rich, sophisticated whisky, with a depth of flavour that offers complexity to the experienced, and surprises to the uninitiated.
THE MADEIRA CASK
The island of Madeira has been producing unique dessert wine for over 500 years. The fortified wine is produced by the Estufagem process – aged within Spanish oak casks in the warmth of the tropical sun – which since the late 15th century has been known to duplicate the effects of excessive heat and movement during a ship’s voyage and thereby transform the flavour profile of the wine.
A huge amount of that character is taken on by the cask during this process and subsequently infused into the Wolfburn spirit, during the finishing process.
This small-batch release has been matured for five years in first-fill ex-bourbon barrels then finished for six months in first-fill ex-Madeira hogsheads. The result is a gratifyingly sweet whisky with a deep, vibrant flavour, rich in colour and warmth.
THE DETAILS:
AGE: 5 YEARS
#1 CASK TYPE: FIRST FILL EX BOURBON
ALC%: 46%
DISTILLED: 2015
FINISHING CASK: FIRST FILL EX-MADEIRA HOGSHEADS
VOLUME: 70CL
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