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The Cardrona Otago Pinot Cask - Cardrona Day Special Release

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World whisky · New Zealand · 52% ABV · 700 ml

$428.00 USD

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About this bottle

The Cardrona Otago Pinot Cask - Cardrona Day Special Release is a world whisky from New Zealand. It is bottled at 52% ABV, in a 700 ml bottle. Producer tasting notes — on the nose: Plum jam, fresh apricots, and a touch of vanilla fudge; on the palate: Sweet layers of toffee, grilled peach, and berry coulis are joined by spiced fruit cake and honey-roasted nuts; finish: Lasting notes of jammy fruit, almond butter, a hint of anise, and charred oak.

Described by the producer as a limited or special release. Quantities are not guaranteed.

Tasting notes

Nose
Plum jam, fresh apricots, and a touch of vanilla fudge.
Palate
Sweet layers of toffee, grilled peach, and berry coulis are joined by spiced fruit cake and honey-roasted nuts.
Finish
Lasting notes of jammy fruit, almond butter, a hint of anise, and charred oak.

Product facts

Producer / brandCardrona (derived from the product title)
StyleWorld whisky
CategoryWhiskey › World whisky
CountryNew Zealand
Alcohol52% ABV (104 proof)
Bottle size700 ml
Age statementNo age statement
PackSingle bottle
CollectionsLimited releases$250 and up
Product IDsh-ca-7701693137034
GTIN / MPNNot supplied by the producer record

Serving & pairing

World whiskies reward curiosity: taste neat, then with water. Pair with dishes from the whisky’s home region.

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