Ichiros Malt Wine Wood Reserve Japanese Pure Malt Whisky 700ml 46%

This whisky is a Pure Malt blend, combining whisky from the Chichibu Distillery with ex-Hanyu French oak barrel whisky that held Japanese red wine and bottled none-chill filtered.  
 

Nose: Bright berries, almond, marzipan, followed by coconut. Liquorice and star anise with red berries.

Palate: Hot and spicy, sweetness, dried figs and curacaol. Red berries and chilli with slight amount of tannins, milk chocolate and cocoa.

Finish: Pepper and chilli. Tannins and dark chocolate, with a very slight hint of smoke.

 

Chichibu Distillery: A Japanese Whisky Distillery with a History

Chichibu Distillery is a Japanese whisky distillery located in the town of Chichibu in Saitama Prefecture. The distillery was founded in 2004 by Ichiro Akuto, the grandson of the founder of the Hanyu Distillery.

The Chichibu Distillery is one of the smallest distilleries in Japan, and it produces a small quantity of single malt whisky each year. The distillery is known for its use of traditional methods and its focus on quality.

The water used in the production of Chichibu whiskies comes from the Chichibu River, which is said to have a high mineral content. The distillery also uses peated barley in some of its whiskies, which gives them a smoky flavor.

Chichibu whiskies are highly regarded by whisky enthusiasts, and they have won numerous awards at international whisky competitions. The distillery is a popular tourist destination, and it offers tours and tastings to the public. Its essential to book a visit prior to arrival.

SKU 5174_700ml
Brand Chichibu Distillery / Ichiros Malt
Shipping Weight 1.5000kg
Shipping Width 0.150m
Shipping Height 0.300m
Shipping Length 0.150m
Shipping Cubic 0.006750000m3