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Hedonism Wines
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Description

Produced from single cask #6207, this Japanese malt whisky was distilled in 1981 at the now-closed Karuizawa and bottled in September 2011. The nose is warming, aromatic and fruity, with delicate aromas of sherry, Maraschino cherries and a touch of leather. The palate is rich and spicy, with notes of ginger, pepper, chilli and a touch of bitterness.

About this whisky

The Karuizawa Cask 6207 1981 features an exclusive single cask whisky, having spent years in a sherry cask before being bottled. It presents a profusion of rich flavors, ranging from dried fruits to spices, with a notable complexity and a long, evolving finish. Rich and layered, with notes of dried fruit, spices, leather, and a slight smokiness, leading to a long, complex finish.

Cask 6207 1981

The Karuizawa Cask 6207 1981 is a legendary single cask release from Karuizawa Distillery. Distilled in 1981 and bottled after decades of aging in a sherry cask, this whisky showcases the exquisite complexity and depth that Karuizawa is celebrated for.

Karuizawa

Karuizawa Distillery was a small-scale whisky production facility, known for its premium and highly sought-after single malt whiskies. Located in Miyota, Japan, at the foot of an active volcano (Mount Asama), it was one of Japan's highest altitude distilleries. This unique location contributed to the distinct flavor profile of Karuizawa whisky.