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Calistoga Depot Prosperous & Penniless Buena Vista Cabernet Sauvignon Wine Finished Malted Rye Malt (Batch No.1), 44.6%
Price: ● Issue: Spring 2026 ● Reviewer: Shane English ● Category: Rye Malt
This mash of malted rye and wheat aged in new oak for 24-30 months, then transferred to cognac casks, and finished in California cabernet barrels. On the nose, this leads with sweet grape jelly, berry compote, and vanilla fudge. The palate is citrusy with lemon zest and grapefruit juice, but the grape and berry flavors remain strong. The finish is soft and subtle, with gentle spice finding balance with red fruits and grape must.