The Balvenie 16 Year Old Pineau des Charentes Cask Finish is a refined single malt from Balvenie's Cask Finishes range. Initially matured in American oak casks, it is then finished in French oak casks that previously held Pineau des Charentes, adding unique depth to its character.

Distillery

A 16-year-old single malt from Balvenie's Cask Finishes range that was initially matured in American oak casks, before being finished in French oak Pineau des Charentes casks. Aromas of lotus blossom, geranium, green apple skin and spring meadows fill the nose, complemented by notes of lemon rind, grapefruit, ginger, vanilla, honey and candied fruit throughout the palate.

Technical Specs

Alcohol: 47.6% ABV
Closure: Cork
Volume: 700 ml
Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 16 Years
Distillery: The Balvenie
Collection: Cask Finishes / French Oak
Maturation: Initially matured in American oak casks for 16 years, then finished in French oak casks that previously held Pineau des Charentes, a fortified wine from the Charentes region of France
Style: Vibrant, fruity and floral, with notes of warm honey, vanilla spice, lotus blossom, geranium, fresh meadow grass, green apple skin, lemon rind, grapefruit, glazed fruit and root ginger
Region: Speyside, Scotland
Colour: Bright golden amber

Serving: Best enjoyed neat, with a few drops of water to reveal its aromatic complexity, or over ice for a refreshing serve.
Recommended Glassware: Tulip-shaped whisky glass or Glencairn glass
Food Pairing: Lemon tart, apple desserts, candied citrus, ginger biscuits, mild cheeses and roasted almonds

Packaging: Original branded packaging, subject to the supplied edition