India, 45%
Rampur Asava was just released in October 2020 and I have received a bottle to review thanks to our friends at Rampur! Asava is firstly matured for an undisclosed number of years in ex-bourbon barrels and then finished in Indian red wine casks which were previously seasoned with Cabernet Sauvignon wine. Rampur tried to introduce dark and robust notes from the wine to their single malt.
Rampur's Double Cask impressed me a lot with its balance and showcase of both barrels' qualities. Let's check how red wine casks treated this single malt
Tasting
Notes
Nose
Typical tropical fruity note of rampur with added notes of apricot , blackberry & plum followed with a faint hint of tobacco and spices.
Palate
Velvety,manuka honey sweetness highlighted by spicy oak,vanilla and balanced with dryness from indian red wine.
Finish
The indian trail lingers with a medium finish.
