Grand Cru Burgundy Cask Finish

From the craft house of Glendalough Distillery in the Wicklow Mountains, Ireland, this unique Grand Cru Burgundy Cask Finish release is a single grain whiskey initially matured in American oak ex-bourbon barrels then transferred into Grand Cru Burgundy wine casks (Pinot Noir) imported from France. The Burgundy cask finish imparts vinous character and complexity, delivering a departure from typical Irish whiskey flavour profiles.

Tasting Notes Colour: Bright golden straw with subtle red-wine hue reflections from the Pinot Noir cask finish. Nose: Light but rich: vanilla fudge, dark cherries, leafy leather, subtle oak spice. A vinous aura of red berries and grape-skin nuance begins to emerge. Palate: Fruity and fresh: citrus peel, summer berries, crisp orchard tones followed by deeper cherry/berry compote, toasted oak and a distinctive leafy earthiness.

Dry tannin and peppery wood spices appear toward the mid-palate. Finish: Moderately long. The vine-wood interplay remains: red fruit echoes, oak spice, and a gentle dryness from Burgundy-cask tannin. The finish retains freshness rather than heavy sweetness. Technical Details Producer: Glendalough Distillery, Wicklow Mountains, Ireland.

Expression: Grand Cru Burgundy Cask Finish (Single Grain) Volume: 750ml ABV: 43% Maturation / Cask Regime: Initially matured in (first-fill) bourbon barrels; subsequently transferred to French Grand Cru Burgundy wine casks previously used for full-bodied Pinot Noir. Style: Single Grain Irish Whiskey finished in wine-cask style (rather than standard ex-bourbon or sherry finishes).

Collectors Note This release offers a distinctive twist for your whiskey catalogue: Irish whiskey meets Burgundy wine-cask treatment. For clients looking for something both niche and accessible, this bottle stands out. While matured less aggressively than very old age statements, the finishing cask choice provides unique flavour depth.

Its relatively modest ABV and approachable profile make it both accessible for delight now and interesting for collection. The limited nature of single-cask or small-batch versions further enhances its appeal.