Description

Hobart French Oak Pinot Noir Finish Single Malt Whisky (500ml)

Volume: 500ml           ABV: 57.7%           Age: No Age Statement           Country: Australia

Situated in Hobart, Tasmania this family owned independent distillery was founded in 2014 and started producing in 2015. The distillery has been flying under the radar for quite a while now whilst creating enough stock to supply the high demand the market is throwing at them. Initially released as single cask bottlings the distillery is now concentrating on more consistent offerings. The distillery production is all performed in-house and maturation is predominantly in American oak ex-bourbon casks sourced from the United States. It’s these barrels that give Hobart whisky its edge on other distilleries. Whilst Apera and Fortified wine barrels are more commonly used in the Australian industry Hobart whisky uses the ex-bourbon barrels for initial maturation and then if required applies a finish of another barrel type to create a range of whisky unlike any other in Australia.

A marriage of small American oak ex-bourbon cask matured finished in French oak Pinot Noir expressed at 57.7%.

Batch Nº: 19-002
Bottled: 3rd May 2019

Official Tasting Notes

Nose: Heavily charred American Oak, Stewed Fruits & Chocolate Fudge. Followed by caramelised brown sugar, vanilla bean & ripe mango.

Palate: Creamy vanilla, butterscotch and a burst of tropical fruits greet the palate. With Papaya, Kiwi Fruit, Melons and candied orange peel all making an appearance.

Finish: Sweet Plum, citrus, fermented grapes and cocoa nibs carry long into the finish. With stewed apples, brandy custard and some white oak spice.