Single Malt 15th Anniversary Oloroso Sherry Cask No S090606012A
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Ready to enjoy upon release; will remain in peak condition indefinitely when stored upright in a cool, dark place.
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Dark chocolate truffles, slow-roasted duck breast, mature blue cheese
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Crafted in the subtropical climate of Yilan County, Taiwan, this exceptional single cask release from Kavalan highlights the distillery's pioneering approach to rapid maturation. Utilizing the pure, mineral-rich meltwater of the nearby Snow Mountain range, Kavalan benefits from intense heat and humidity, which dramatically accelerates the interaction between the spirit and the wood. This specific bottling, drawn from a hand-selected Spanish Oloroso Sherry cask (Cask No. S090606012A, distilled in June 2009), showcases the profound depth and complexity achievable under these unique conditions. The result is a whisky of immense richness, characterized by deep dried-fruit notes, dark chocolate, and warm baking spices, standing as a testament to Kavalan's mastery of cask maturation over its landmark anniversaries.
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Established in 2005 by the King Car Group in Yilan County, Taiwan, Kavalan Distillery is the pioneer of Taiwanese single malt whisky. Named after the indigenous people who originally inhabited the Yilan Plain, the distillery utilizes the pristine, mineral-rich meltwaters of the nearby Snow Mountain range. Kavalan's production philosophy leverages Taiwan's intense subtropical climate, which accelerates the wood extraction process to achieve complex, mature flavor profiles in a fraction of the time required in cooler climates. The distillery is globally renowned for its award-winning Solist series, particularly the Solist Vinho Barrique and diverse Sherry Cask expressions, which showcase intense tropical fruit notes and rich oak complexity.