Michel Couvreur Overaged Malt Whisky 70 cl 43% 70 cl

Some whiskies are allowed to take their time - Overaged from Michel Couvreur is named after exactly that philosophy.

Expert's description

Michel Couvreur Overaged is a Malt Whisky matured in sherry casks and bottled at 43 percent.

The name Overaged nods to the house's core idea: Scotch malt given extra, extended maturation in Burgundy, following Michel Couvreur's fresh filling method, where sherry casks are refilled with whisky the same day they're emptied of sherry. The result is a whisky that feels older and more rounded than its years on paper suggest.

Michel Couvreur was uncompromising in a way few producers are. He selected young Scotch whisky himself, then insisted on deciding when it was ready to travel on to his cellars in Bouze-lès-Beaune, where the humidity and cool vaulted rooms did the rest of the work.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose is rich with dried fruit, caramel and a warm spiciness of cinnamon and cloves.

Palate

The palate is soft and round with sherry, raisin and dark chocolate, balanced by a light oaky dryness.

Finish

The finish is long and warm, with lingering notes of dried figs and a last touch of spice.

Specifications

Name: Overaged
Distillery: Michel Couvreur
Region/Country: France
Type: Single Malt Whisky
ABV: 43 %
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Sherry casks
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Edition: Overaged

Flavour profile

Sherry-matured · Rich · Spicy · Round

Did you know?

Michel Couvreur sourced his sherry casks himself in Jerez with help from Emilio Lustau, shipping them - still damp with sherry - all the way to his cellars in Burgundy, so none of the cask's power was lost along the way.

Frequently asked questions about Michel Couvreur Overaged Malt Whisky 70 cl 43%

What does the name Overaged mean?

The name refers to Michel Couvreur's philosophy that the whisky should be allowed to mature longer and more intensely than most other producers practise, through the house's fresh filling method.

Is this whisky heavy on sherry?

Yes, it's matured in sherry casks and has a rich, sherry-forward profile with dried fruit and spice.

Is this whisky non-chill filtered?

Yes, Michel Couvreur Overaged is non-chill filtered and has no added colour.

What glass suits this whisky best?

A nosing glass brings out the rich sherry notes best, ideally at room temperature without ice.

Does this whisky make a good gift?

Yes, the rich and spicy style makes it a solid choice for a whisky enthusiast who loves sherry-matured expressions.

How does Overaged differ from Michel Couvreur's other single malts?

Overaged is designed as a more intense and rich expression, where the sherry character and cask influence play a noticeably bigger role than in the house's lighter bottlings.