Single Malt Vinho Barrique W170210023A 7YO
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Ready to enjoy upon release; spirits do not age further in the bottle and will remain stable for decades if stored upright and away from direct light.
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dark chocolate, roasted duck, blue cheese
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This exceptional single malt represents Kavalan's mastery of cask maturation, specifically utilizing their signature 'Vinho Barrique' casks. These American oak casks, which previously held fine red and white wines, undergo a meticulous 'STR' (Shaving, Toasting, and Re-charring) process pioneered by the legendary whisky consultant Dr. Jim Swan. Set against the backdrop of Taiwan's Yilan County, where the humid subtropical heat accelerates wood interaction, this expression matures with astonishing speed. The result is a whisky of profound complexity, marrying the pure meltwater of the Snow Mountain range with rich, caramelized wood sugars, dark berry notes, and a complex spice profile born from a unique marriage of science, climate, and traditional craftsmanship.
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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.