The Balvenie 16 year old French Oak, also known as The Balvenie 16 year old Pineau Finish, is a single malt Scotch whisky that has been aged for 16 years. This whisky is produced by The Balvenie family distillery, located in Speyside, which has been in operation since 1892. The distillery is renowned for its dedication to traditional methods, including malting its own barley, a practice that is becoming increasingly rare in Scotland.
The Balvenie 16 year old French Oak is initially aged for six years in American oak barrels before being finished in barrels that previously contained Pineau des Charentes, a fortified wine made from a blend of Cognac and slightly fermented grape juice. This finishing process imparts a unique flavor profile to the whisky, merging the rich, smooth taste of The Balvenie with the fruity, slightly sweet notes of the Pineau des Charentes.
The Balvenie 16 year old French Oak is a testament to the quality and craftsmanship that defines every bottle of The Balvenie whisky. Whether you're a seasoned whisky enthusiast or new to the world of single malts, this whisky promises to delight your palate.
The finishing process in Pineau des Charentes barrels gives this whisky a distinctive flavor profile, combining rich, smooth characteristics with fruity and slightly sweet notes.
The ABV (Alcohol by Volume) of this whisky is 47.6%.
The Balvenie distillery is located in Speyside, Scotland.
This whisky is aged for a total of 16 years, with the final period spent in Pineau des Charentes barrels.
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