Wenzel Distillery Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Sherry Casks
59.55% ABV
$109
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We would like to thank Wenzel Distillery and The Whiskey Bard for sending us a sample to review.
This 7 Year Whiskey blends rich Sherry influences, imparting deep, fruity notes of dried figs, raisins and chocolate. It reveals a velvety smooth texture with hints of vanilla and a warm, sweet finish. Blended with a diligent attention to detail and an unwavering dedication to quality, Wenzel Distillery captivate both connoisseurs and enthusiasts alike with its exceptional flavor and distinction of character in every sip.
BATCH 2
CLASS: Sherry Cask Finished Bourbon
AGE: 7+ Years
PROOF: 119.1
STATE OF DISTILLATION: Georgia
FINISHING TIME: 9-36 Months
BARRELS: Oloroso Sherry
BOTTLED: Covington, KY
TASTING NOTES:
NOSE: Cherry, Dried Fig, Dark Fruit, Cocoa, Raisin, Red Currant, Oak, Raspberry, Tobacco
TASTE: Full Bodied, Red Fruit, Dark Chocolate, Rich Oak, Cherry, Molasses, Velvet Character
FINISH: Long and Rich, Cherry, Dark Fruit, Strawberry, Milk Chocolate
What Gary Says
Nose: Fruity with raisins, toasted orange zest, vanilla, oak and tobacco.
Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with caramel, toffee, chocolate-covered cherries and cinnamon.
Finish: Moderately long with raisins, cherries and pepper spice.
Comments: Sherry is evident but not heavy-handed; in fact quite well done! A bit of water brings out more notes of dried fruit on the nose, thickens the mouthfeel and brings some honey to the party (and what were chocolate-covered cherries tilt towards chocolate-covered raisins). This is my first taste from Wenzel Distillery, and it’s impressive. I don’t put a lot of stock in awards, but I can see why last year this won ‘World’s Best Finished Bourbon’.