Flavour profile is AI-assisted and still being refined.
Tasting
How it drinks
Sight
Golden amber with warm, honeyed tones; the French oak finishing adds a subtle richness beyond standard bourbon-matured expressions. Medium-full legs
Nose
Distinctive and refined — the Pineau des Charentes cask brings a grape-wine sweetness distinct from sherry or port. White grape, apricot, vanilla, and the signature Balvenie honey. Gentle floral notes (jasmine, white blossom) from the French oak. Creme patissiere and golden raisin. More elegant and less overtly fruity than the Caribbean Cask or PortWood
Palate
Elegant and refined. The French oak Pineau des Charentes finishing brings white grape, stone fruit (apricot, peach), and a creamy patisserie quality. The Balvenie honey-vanilla-malt foundation is intact and harmonious. Gentle oak spice (cinnamon, nutmeg), golden raisin, and a touch of white floral sweetness mid-palate. At 47.6% ABV, the texture is silky and full. The French oak influence is distinctly different from sherry, port, or rum
Finish
Medium-long, elegant finish. Stone fruit and white grape fade through honey, vanilla, and gentle oak spice. A final floral note distinguishes the French oak influence from other cask finishes. The Balvenie malt sweetness closes the experience cleanly
Tasting notes are AI-assisted and still being refined.
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