Product Information:
This single malt whisky is aged in a combination of French and American oak casks, every tiny batch expressing the unique characteristics of both styles. With incredible complexity and length, Double Cask has a rich palate of sweet malt, dried apricots, honey and freshly baked bread. DC115 is crafted from small parcels of 10 distinct single casks, and bottled at 47.7% ABV. With the oldest component aged 17 years and the youngest at 6 years, it unfolds with layers of complexity.
Winner of Best Australian Single Malt at the World Whiskies Awards 2018, Sullivans Cove Double Cask is always non-chill filtered and additive free.
Maker:
In 1994, on remote island at the far end of the world, a distillery was brought to life from humble beginnings. Away from the whisky establishment, Sullivans Cove were free to explore and perfect their process. Informed by the past and inspired by possible. Bringing a distinctly Tasmanian twist to a whisky craft, shaped by centuries of practice.
20 years later, their commitment to carefully crafting exceptional whisky, inspired by nature and patiently aged, was rewarded when Sullivans Cove was named the World’s Best Whisky. Overnight the secret was out. Special things were quietly happening on this small 'Apple Isle', and whisky lovers globally were intrigued.
In a world of instant gratification and impatient consumption, Sullivans Cove offer an alternative. Genuinely rare whisky which can’t be rushed, and which can never be replicated.
Philosophy:
Distilled in Hobart, Tasmania, Sullivans Cove single malt is made using traditional methods and 100% Tasmanian ingredients. Inspired by nature and patiently aged the distillers aim to seek the sublime. Each cask is nurtured to it's natural peak, thousands of tiny decisions go into helping each cask reach its full potential. No two batches will be the same and every batch an opportunity for exploration.
Tasmania has some of the cleanest water in world, making it an ideal place for producing world class whisky. Tasmania also has some of the best barley growing land in Australia. The combination of good water and good grain is the foundation of all high-end whisky.
100% Tasmanian malted barley is used to make all Sullivans Cove whiskies. The wash is brewed locally by brewers with decades of experience before being double distilled in a unique, Tasmanian built pot still (lovingly called Myrtle). The first distillation, known as the "wash run" produces "low wines" of about 20% abv. The low wines are then put back through the still for the "spirit run" to produce a spirt of around 70% abv. This spirit is then diluted to 63.5% abv before it enters into the casks for ageing. The majority of whiskies are aged in either 200L American oak ex-bourbon barrels, or 300L French oak ex-tawny barrels. Allowed to mature over many years in the unique Tasmanian climate - generally between nine and eighteen years.
Nose - Brine, Confectionery, Earth
The first thing to note from the nose is the wonderful buttery nasal texture, absolutely unctuous! Savoury, fatty, syrupy and briny notes come next (roasted Brazil nuts, maple syrup, pork crackling, miso butter). As the deep savoury notes mingle with boiled lemon lollies, barley sugars and warm apple cider in the mid-section, a beautifully fresh and green herbal layer takes its place amongst the top notes, progressing into a broad and all-encompassing fruit profile of orchard fruits (nashi pear, apple), tropical fruits (kiwi, watermelon), and stone fruits (nectarine, plum, peach). As the nose moves forward, Fruit Tingles join the lemon lolly note along with aloe vera, and a wave of sherbety super-sweet confection (specifically Flying Saucers, a lolly with a crisp wafer outside and sherbet inside).
Palate - Bright, Nashi Pear, Firm Oak
With a bright and fruit-forward entry to the palate, the spirit opens – thick, juicy and full of watermelon and nashi pear, backed by the firm structure of oak with various subtle confectionary notes. The briny miso note, also spirit-derived, works in tandem with the fruity notes before a wave of chalk love-heart candies and citrus come forward. Next comes a gorgeous nutty depth, enhanced by the earthy and fruity base notes of eucalyptus, spiced mango chutney and biscuity malt - this is a beautifully formed palate with great dimension and structure.
Finish - Watermelon Hard Candies, Oak Spice, Tangerine
The most beautiful wave of watermelon welcomes the finish, in all its forms! Watermelon taffy, watermelon hard candies and fresh watermelon with the rind. A playful burst of oak spice livens up the back, and at the same time, a flush of mandarin peel and tangerine coats the palate. The texture is thick, and the finish lingers with sweet citrus, the gentle and broad grip of American oak, and the fine tannin of French oak, provide a long-lasting structure.
Seamlessly weaving together a rich tapestry of flavours and textures, complemented by hints of brine, confectionery, earthiness, and the careful marriage of French oak and American oak. - Miranda Lidgerwood, Sensory Panel.
Bottle Information
Double Cask Number - DC115
Bottle Number - Various of 1,378
Youngest Fill Date - 24/07/2017
Decanting Date - 02/09/2023
The Finer Details
Style - Whisky
Country - Australia
Bottle Size - 700ml
ABV - 47.7%
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