Michel Couvreur Blossoming Auld Sherried 14 år Single Malt Whisky 70 cl 45%

Some bottles just need room to breathe - Blossoming Auld Sherried is Michel Couvreur's masterpiece, bottled after 14 years in casks from a bygone era.

Expert's description

Michel Couvreur Blossoming Auld Sherried 14 Year Old is a Single Malt Whisky from a single cask, bottled at 45 percent.

The whisky has matured for 14 years in Pedro Ximenez sherry casks from the 1950s, and the age of the cask gives a depth rarely encountered even by seasoned sherry-whisky lovers. The style is meant as a full tribute to the powerful, sherry-matured whisky of the Victorian era - soft, heavy and in no way restrained.

Michel Couvreur passed away in 2013, but the house is carried on by his son-in-law Jean-Arnaud, following the same philosophy. The casks still travel from Jerez to the damp cellars of Bouze-lès-Beaune, where young Scotch malt gets to mature further under French skies.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose is bombarded with layer upon layer of sherry, followed by flowers, vanilla, chocolate, spice, dried fruit, hazelnuts and raisins.

Palate

The palate is powerful and nuanced, sweet and dry at once, with fruit, caramel, chocolate, cinnamon and dried oranges, carried by a lovely cask influence.

Finish

The finish is long and warm, with lingering notes of raisin, dark chocolate and a last hint of spiced wood.

Specifications

Name: Blossoming Auld Sherried
Distillery: Michel Couvreur
Region/Country: France
Type: Single Malt Whisky
Age: 14 years
ABV: 45 %
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Pedro Ximenez-sherryfade fra 1950'erne
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Edition: Blossoming Auld Sherried

Flavour profile

Sherry-matured · Powerful · Complex · Rich

Did you know?

The casks behind Blossoming Auld Sherried date back to the 1950s - older than most whiskies currently on the market - and a type of cask that's practically impossible to source today.

Frequently asked questions about Michel Couvreur Blossoming Auld Sherried 14 år Single Malt Whisky 70 cl 45%

How long has Blossoming Auld Sherried matured in cask?

The whisky has matured for 14 years in Pedro Ximenez sherry casks from the 1950s.

Is it worth it compared to other sherry-matured single malts?

The combination of 14 years of maturation and genuine 1950s Pedro Ximenez casks makes this a rare representative of a style that's almost impossible to recreate today.

Is this whisky from a single cask or a blend of several?

It's bottled from a single, selected cask, giving it a unique, unrepeatable character.

How should Blossoming Auld Sherried be enjoyed?

Pour it into a nosing glass at room temperature and give it plenty of time to breathe, so the many layers of sherry and spice can unfold.

Does this whisky make a good gift for a seasoned enthusiast?

Yes, the rich sherry style and the rare casks make it an obvious choice for a recipient who already knows and loves sherry-matured whisky.

What makes this particular release rare?

The combination of 1950s Pedro Ximenez casks, 14 years of maturation and single-cask bottling means this exact flavour profile cannot be recreated.