Made from all Chardonnay aged on Viognier lees, the 2018 Chardonnay Novellum reveals a medium gold color as well a rich, textured style. Honeysuckle, white peach, brioche, and spice notes all flow to a rounded, textured, layered beauty that's well worth t...
Cane Origin: Java varietal Santa Maria Tlalixtac, Oaxaca 2,500-3,800 feet above sea level
Fermentation: 5-10 days in stainless steel tanks with ambient yeast
Distillation: By Axel and William Krassel in September 2021 on an 8-plate column still
Aging: 24 months in an ex-Bourbon cask in a humid climate, 9% angel’s share
This blend comes from two different casks: Cask 1 was distilled by brothers Axel & William with their handmade column still; Cask 2 consists of a heady rum from older brother Rommel’s copper alembic still. The combination of the three brother’s distillates is well-balanced and pops with bright, herbal, and chocolate notes that shine through the finish.
Nose: brown sugar, candy apple, pine
Palate: toffee, sweet mint, black pepper
Finish: chamomile, floral