Seventh Release
2024 IWSC – 93pts
“Silver Award”
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Release info below….
Apera Cask
SILVER AWARD: 2024 IWSC – 93pts
Bottling Strength: 58.1% ABV
Age: 5 years
Type: 2 x 100L Apera Casks (French Oak)
Cask No: W2 + W4
Cask Origin: Australia
Mash Bill: Single (Export Pilsner)
Distilling Premise: MVD
This release is the sole Apera (Australian Sherry) only whisky that I had laid down for maturation.
It is the result of a marriage between two 100L Apera Casks.
After disgorging, and letting them blend for some time, half was taken from their vat and then re-filled back into one of the original Apera casks to continue its maturation, totalling 5 years of age.
The final result showcases a Whisky that is well balanced with the spirit versus cask driven attributes.
As with all of my whiskies, it is another high strength bottling showcasing rich flavours, depth and complexities.
I recommend allowing this whisky to warm and breathe in the glass a little longer before indulging in its flavours.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Fruitcake, orange and boiled lollies.
Palate: Bold sweet sherry notes pop firstly which is quickly met with ‘Christmas like’ spices.
Finish: Dried fruit and raisins continue. Some vanilla custard with a lengthy end.
IWSC Tasting Notes:
“Indulge in orange peel and vanilla aromas, with candy and fig chutney notes. The Palate oozes rich sherry cask flavours with clove spice, dates, and raisins. Complex and bold”
It has been our experience that they showcase their profiles, aromas and drink best around and above room temperature (between 18-23°C).
These whiskies deserve TIME, PATIENCE, and WARMTH in your glass.