Doc Swinson’s Exploratory Series Pineau des Charentes

Description:

Pineau des Charentes is a truly unique French aperitif, produced from a blend of fresh grape juice and young cognac, which is then aged in French oak barrels for several years. We let Doc Swinsons blend of two five-year bourbon whiskeys rest in these barrels for several months, bringing hints of apricot, orange marmalade, and wildflower honey to the already delicious caramel and stone fruit notes of the bourbon. One of three limited-release exploratory cask fortified wine finishes produced for summer 2022; grab it before its gone.

Mashbill:

60% corn, 36% rye, 4% malted barley

75% corn, 21% rye, 4% malted barley

Barrel Type:

American White Oak – minimum 5 years old; ex-Pineau des Charentes casks – 8 months, 16 days & 6 months, 16 days

Sensory Notes:

Pear cobbler, agave syrup, pineapple skins, citrus, peppercorns