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Distillery : Warenghem - France
Spanish Sherry Cask
Original Bottling
Limited Edition
Single Cask
Bottled in 2023
Cask Strength
Totally Unpeated
Founded in 1900, the Warenghem distillery is a pioneer, since it was here that the first drop of French whisky was distilled in 1983. Here we have a 14-year-old Sherry single cask, which is not bad for a French whisky. The result numbered 450 bottles, which were quickly sold out. However, there is no indication of whether or not the whisky has been chill-filtered.
Let's Taste It :
A heady, iodised nose of bitter chocolate, macerated cherries and blackberry liqueur. The freshness of the sea air, gooseberries and cranberries, walnuts galore. Damp wood, with an ounce of charcoal, liquid liquorice. Blueberries. Malted cereals in the background. On the palate, caramel and sherry, melting toffee, dripping honey, chocolate and fig cake. Expressive spices that blend well with the fruit, paprika and nutmeg, a hint of mustard. Quite a long, well-crafted finish, the iodine returns a little, but above all the jammy red fruits, soft caramel, wood juice, humus and decomposed plants.
In Short,
It's a good sherry, admittedly a tad overpowering, but it gives a nice effect. I found a woody, malty character in the background that is closer to the distillery's personality. The price is decent for a 14 year old, so it's already sold out, as overpricing has become the norm. It can still be found in Singapore, but delivery is a long way off.
Score : 89
To Be Listened While Sipping :
Kiefer - Superhero
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