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French Oak Second-Fill

Cask Nº TD0423

Regular price $550 (AUD)
Regular price Sale price $550.00 AUD

A rich, fruit-forward single cask whisky, where second-fill French oak ex-tawny reveals our spirit character in a beautifully layered profile.

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French Oak Second-Fill

French Oak Second Fill TD0423 was distilled in September of 2013 and decanted in September of 2024 maturing at 11 years in a single 300L French oak ex-tawny cask previously filled with an older batch of Sullivans Cove Single Malt Whisky. Bottled unflocked and unfiltered at 47.5% ABV, this cask yielded just 402 bottles.

Our French Oak Second-Fill casks have a history as rich as their flavour. Initially serving as first-fill ex-Tawny casks for an earlier batch of Sullivans Cove single malt, the best casks are then selected for a second round of maturation. This maturation style beautifully displays the rich character of the French oak, while allowing the distinctive spirit character of Sullivans Cove to take centre stage.

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Cask Nº

TD0423

Age

11 Years

Filled on

04/09/2013

Decanted on

18/09/2024

Bottles 402
ALC/VOL

47.5%

French Oak Second-Fill (TD0423)
French Oak Second-Fill (TD0423)

“A full, fruit-forward single cask that showcases the unique impact of second-fill French oak ex-tawny casks. The difference between fills is striking - here we have greater visibility of spirit character, allowing the malt and distillery DNA to shine through. Complex, layered, and deeply engaging.”

Sullivans Cove Sensory Team

  • Nose

    Warm and full, with fruit leading the way - dried apricot, pineapple, apple juice, and damson plum. Plum blossom and baby powder add softness, balanced by thick full cream. Porcini and truffle bring gamey depth that we often see in Sullivans Cove spirit, alongside hints of old cigar box and wormwood. Grapes add vibrancy, while a strong malt-biscuit thread weaves together the anise and citrus base.

  • Palate

    Silky and full-bodied. An initial pop of estery rum brightness gives way to a wave of citrus - sweet lemon, lime, and a hint of ginger. Tropical and rich, the flavours lean into confectionery (but no cloying sweetness) - green fizzer, lime musk, almost quince paste. Kiwi fruit and a deep, juicy sweetness carry through, Kiwi fruit and a deep, juicy sweetness carry through, leaving a bright, lingering vibrancy.

  • Finish

    Soft tannins grip gently, second-fill French Oak's playful nature shining. Sherbet-like acidity, strawberry and cream come next - jammy yet lactic. The mouthfeel remains effortlessly silky, with lingering notes of apple juice, kiwi fruit, fresh fig, coriander seed, and sage.

French Oak

Second-Fill

'Refill' or 'second-fill' means this barrel has been used to mature Sullivans Cove whisky before. Refill casks are a canvas for spirit character to shine. If you asked around here at Sullivans Cove, you'd quickly find out our refill barrels are a staff favourite.

All French Oak