Amador Double Barrel Bourbon Cabernet Finish is produced in Bardstown, Kentucky, from a mashbill of 72% corn, 13% rye and 15% barley. It is aged 3 years in new charred American oak barrels, then finished 9 to 12 months in Napa Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon barrels. Bottled at 90 proof, it comes in a 750 ml format and retails for about $54.99.
On the palate the top note is grain-heavy, but underneath is a pleasant sweetness with distinct cherry, cinnamon and clove flavors. The finish is long and oaky and has a touch of dark chocolate.
I usually pride myself on the ability to separate wine barrel notes from whiskey notes in this style, but separating these qualities is nearly impossible in the Amador Double Barrel. It is too nicely integrated and thoughtfully complex. Delicious!
