{"product_id":"shizuoka-single-malt-japanese-whisky-private-cask-bottling-for-shinanoya-tokyo","title":"Shizuoka Single Malt Japanese Whisky (Private Cask Bottling for Shinanoya, Tokyo)","description":"\u003cp\u003eShizuoka Distillery, founded by Gaiaflow, is one of the most exciting \"new wave\" Japanese distilleries. It is world-renowned for its unique equipment, including \"Pot Still K\"—a legendary ex-Karuizawa steam-heated still—and \"Pot Still W,\" a rare wood-fired still.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specific release is a highly limited private cask selection for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"69\"\u003eShinanoya\u003c\/b\u003e, a prestigious specialist spirits retailer in Tokyo known for their discerning palate. Distilled in late 2017 and bottled in late 2023, this whisky has spent six years maturing in a first-fill \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"272\"\u003eEx-Bourbon barrel\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Highlights\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDistilled:\u003c\/b\u003e 2017.11.18\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBottled:\u003c\/b\u003e 2023.11.30 (6 Years Old)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRegion\/Appellation:\u003c\/b\u003e Shizuoka, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProducer:\u003c\/b\u003e Shizuoka Distillery (Gaiaflow)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStill Type:\u003c\/b\u003e KS + WS (Pot Still K \u0026amp; Pot Still W)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCask Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Ex-Bourbon (Cask #2017-025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/b\u003e Bold, complex, and high-proof Single Malt Japanese Whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTasting Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e A vibrant and concentrated nose of vanilla bean, honeyed malt, and charred pineapple, layered with hints of coconut and a subtle wood-smoke undertone. The palate is intense and oily, featuring flavors of ripe orchard fruits, toasted oak, and a spicy, peppery finish typical of wood-fired distillation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePerfect for (Food Pairing):\u003c\/b\u003e * \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"30\"\u003eSavory Bites:\u003c\/b\u003e High-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa), smoked almonds, or dried apricots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7,8,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,8,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,8,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRich Meats:\u003c\/b\u003e Wagyu beef tataki or smoked duck breast (the whisky's ABV and oiliness cut through the fat perfectly).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,8,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,8,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eJapanese Cuisine:\u003c\/b\u003e Grilled unagi (eel) with a sweet soy glaze or fatty tuna (Otoro) sashimi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,8,1,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,8,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCheese:\u003c\/b\u003e Sharp, aged Cheddar or a creamy Blue cheese to contrast the heat of the spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"HaoYue Fine Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43603351142474,"sku":null,"price":595.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/2485\/9722\/files\/ChatGPTImageMay18_2026_01_07_11PM.png?v=1779073762","url":"https:\/\/haoyuefinewine.com.au\/products\/shizuoka-single-malt-japanese-whisky-private-cask-bottling-for-shinanoya-tokyo","provider":"HaoYue Fine Wine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}