Russian River Pinot Cask Finished Release

For the fifth finish in our Barrel Finishing Series, our distillers revisited California wine – this time selecting pinot noir casks from the Russian River Valley of Sonoma County. Known for its foggy, cool, coastal climate, this small growing region of the north coast yields wines with vibrant fruit and subtle spice characteristics – boasting notes of cherry, berry, and kola nut.



To highlight and enhance the qualities of these finishing barrels, our distillers brought together a custom blend of 5 bourbon mash bills. In addition to our classic wheated and roasted mash bills, this blend includes a one-off version of our Barrel 91 recipe distilled at higher proofs – producing a delicate and lively fruit character.



Aged for over 4 years – including 6 months in the pinot noir casks – the result showcases a dynamic balance between the flavors of roasted malt and bright fruit – highlighting the best of both whiskey and wine.


Mash Bill: SB091, R20057, R20084, SB055, B005
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Age: Greater than 4 years
Proof: 95 (47.5% Alc/Vol)
Cooperage: 53 gallon, Toasted & Charred Oak Barrels
Finishing Cooperage: Russian River Pinot Noir Barrels
Finishing Time: 6 mos
Batch size: 8-10 barrels
Filtration: Non-Chill
Style: Straight Bourbon Whiskey finished in Pinot Noir Casks
Tasting notes: Fresh picked blackberries, cherry pie, dark chocolate icing, and brown sugar. Robust mouthfeel with a punchy palate and a lightly tannic finish.

Featured Mash Bills
SB091 – Caramel, Honey, Citrus
R20057 – Cotton Candy, Cake Icing
R20084 – Berry, Cola Spice
SB055 – Chocolate, Brown Sugar
B005 – Butterscotch, Pastry

MORE ABOUT OUR BARREL FINISHING SERIES

Our limited edition Barrel Finishing Series celebrates the union of Tennessee High Malt into a variety of classic finishing casks. Since our Finishing Series began in 2021, our goal has always been the same: enhance the character of both the whiskey and the qualities imparted by the finishing cask.

To accomplish this, we get specific. Instead of using finishing barrels from a large area, we select barrels from very specific regions with their own unique terroir; and instead of using just one mash bill, our distillers develop specific mash bill blends, which complement the distinct flavor characteristics of the finishing barrels.