Nikka Yoichi Moscatel Wood Finish Single Malt Whisky 2017 700ml @ 46 % abv (RARE)

Masataka Taketsuru, the “Father of Japanese Whisky” is the person behind the NIKKA. Its products are rightly celebrated worldwide for their quality, and  you can feel the ingenuity of Masataka in Nikka whisky. Nikka have had a series of wood finished whiskies that started in 2017 with a Moscatel Wood Finish (Japanese exclusive) followed by a Rum Wood Finish for global markets. 2018 sees a Manzanilla Wood, a Bourbon Wood and Sherry Wood Finish added to the list.Described as a 'soft and fruity' whisky, Miyagikyo employs lightly peated malt. Sherry casks are typically used, in this case, it's a drier style known as Manzanilla. These pale-coloured, bone dry wines are aged in the Spanish town of Sanlucar de Barrameda where cellars are located by the seaside. They offer nutty, sea salt aromas and a light, fresh palate that's a fine accompaniment to shell fish, sushi or smoked salmon. Extremely limited stocks. DISTILLERY: Yoichi BOTTLED: 2017 REGION: JAPAN BOTTLE STRENGTH: 46% BOTTLE SIZE: 700 ml