Shinobu Japanese Single Malt Chōsokabe Motochika Cognac Cask 58% Vol. 0,7l in gift box
£127.95
Description
The Shinobu Japanese Single Malt Chōsokabe Motochika Cognac Cask is a powerful, characterful bottling from Japan that combines traditional Japanese whisky craftsmanship with a distinctive choice of cask. Produced under the Shinobu Whisky brand, this Japanese single malt whisky stands for precision, expression and a clear stylistic signature. The bottling is dedicated to the legendary Samurai Chōsokabe Motochika and thus emphasises the claim to strength, depth and individuality. Bottled at 58%, it is a particularly intense, unadulterated edition that presents its flavours with great directness.
It is matured with a targeted cognac cask finish, which gives the whisky additional complexity, structure and elegant fruitiness. The cognac cask clearly shapes the character and complements the malt core with ripe fruit notes, fine spice and depth without losing balance. This bottling is presented at cask strength and comes in a high-quality gift box, which further emphasises its exclusive appeal. The Shinobu Chōsokabe Motochika Cognac Cask is aimed at experienced connoisseurs who appreciate expressive cask-strength whiskies with an international cask profile and are looking for a long-lasting overall impression.
Tasting NoteColour: Deep gold, with amber reflections.
Nose: Ripe fruit, grapes, oak spice, fine sweetness, subtle alcoholic warmth.
Flavour: Powerful and full-bodied, malt, dark fruit, vanilla, spicy oak, hints of cognac, balanced structure.
Finish: Very long, warming, spicy and fruity, elegant and persistent.
The Shinobu Japanese Single Malt Chōsokabe Motochika Cognac Cask is ideal for Purist enjoyment, preferably in small sips and with a little time in the glass to allow the cask strength and the cognac cask to take full effect. In culinary terms, it harmonises particularly well with dark chocolate, desserts with dried fruit, figs, grapes or caramel. This cask strength Japanese single malt whisky also unfolds its depth with mature hard cheese, nut desserts or as a meditative digestif after a full meal and impresses with its complex, long-lasting character.
