Daviess County Cabernet Sauvignon Cask Finished Bourbon is a masterful fusion of Kentucky tradition and California wine-making artistry. This unique bourbon begins with a balanced blend of wheated and rye mash bills, then is finished in Cabernet Sauvignon casks from Napa Valley, imparting rich fruit complexity to its classic bourbon character. Available now at Whiskey Caviar.
Tasting Notes:
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Color: Deep amber with ruby highlights.
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Nose: Notes of dark cherry, vanilla, oak, and subtle red wine influence.
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Palate: Flavors of ripe blackberry, caramel, baking spice, and toasted oak layered with hints of Cabernet fruit.
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Finish: Long, smooth, and elegant with lingering notes of red fruit and spice.
Vital Stats:
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Mash Bill: Blend of wheated and rye bourbon recipes
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ABV: 48% (96 proof)
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Aging: Aged in new charred American oak, finished in Cabernet Sauvignon casks
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Bottle Size: 750 mL
Ideal For:
Perfect for bourbon lovers looking for a unique wine-cask finish and for wine drinkers exploring premium bourbons. Best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water in a Glencairn glass to reveal its layered flavors.
FAQ:
1. What makes this bourbon unique?
It combines two bourbon mash bills and finishes in Napa Valley Cabernet casks, giving it a bold yet refined flavor profile.
2. Is it sweet like wine?
No, it remains a bourbon at heart, but the wine cask adds subtle red fruit and tannin notes.
3. How should it be enjoyed?
Neat in a Glencairn glass is ideal, but it also works beautifully in a Boulevardier or Old Fashioned.
Available at Whiskey Caviar.
