A sweet, sun-kissed single malt matured in Montilla wine-seasoned European Oak.
This 12-year-old single malt is matured in European oak butts seasoned with sweet Montilla wine. The result is a whisky rich in candid sweetness, layered with vanilla oakiness, warming spice, and delicate dried fruits – a beautiful balance of cask and craft.
The Montilla Wine Seasoned Cask is a story of instinct, experimentation and patience. Hand-selected by Malt Master Kelsey McKechnie from the hidden corners of Warehouse 24, this single malt represents a bold creative step - maturing The Balvenie’s delicate spirit in European oak casks seasoned with sweet wine from Montilla, a sun-soaked town in southern Spain.
Traditionally associated with sherry, Montilla wines bring a different richness - lighter, more nuanced, yet full of character. The oak, once infused with this wine, coaxes unexpected depths from the spirit. The result? A refined whisky bursting with candied sweetness, balanced by warming spice and mellow vanilla oak.
This isn’t about breaking from tradition - it’s about building on it. Kelsey brings a unique blend of scientific knowledge and craft intuition to her role. With a Master’s in Distilling and a lifelong curiosity, she continues to explore The Balvenie’s ageing casks with fresh eyes, drawing from them rare and remarkable releases that might otherwise remain undiscovered.
The Montilla Wine Seasoned Cask is more than a whisky - it’s a snapshot in time. One cask, one story, one moment of quiet discovery. It embodies the spirit of The Balvenie: the courage to experiment, the patience to wait, and the commitment to craft something truly extraordinary.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Fresh and delicate, with light barley sugar, floral honey, and gently toasted oak.
Taste: Sweet candy tones up front, followed by rich vanilla oak, dried apricots, and a rounded warmth of spice.
Finish: Refreshingly sweet, with fruit and wood in graceful balance.
