But what if you could blend the two, to create something truly unique? That’s the essence of Glenmorangie’s Pursuit of Passion Wine Cask Collection. This collection, a testament to the brand’s commitment to innovation and exploration, features a series of single malt whiskies finished in wine casks.

Lumsden, a renowned whisky expert, had a vision to create a whisky that was both complex and approachable. He wanted to achieve this by blending different whiskies from various stages of maturation, each with its own unique character. Lumsden’s approach to blending was revolutionary. He didn’t just combine whiskies based on their age, but also on their flavor profiles.

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View all newsletters Sign up to our newsletter Latest in Luxury By the Elite Traveler team Sign up here Glenmorangie kindly sent us samples of the three whiskies, so here are our tasting notes. The Margaux Cask Finish The Margaux Cask Finish is not only the most recognizable of the three casks but also the oldest whisky in the series at 29 years. After an initial period of aging in bourbon casks, the whisky spent over two decades in a small parcel of Margaux wine casks, making it the longest finish as well. Margaux’s are typically full-bodied wines, bursting with rich fruit and earthy notes. This comes through on the whisky, with black cherries and plums running from nose through to the palate, plenty of wood spice and a subtle hint of tobacco.

This unique finish imparts a remarkable complexity and depth of flavor to the whisky. The Corton-Charlemagne Cask Finish is known for its elegant and refined character, with notes of dried fruit, spice, and floral aromas. The Corton-Charlemagne Cask Finish is a testament to the artistry of blending and maturation. It showcases the potential of different cask types and their influence on the final product.

But Barbaresca is a bit more approachable, a bit more relaxed, and a bit more affordable. Barbaresco is a region in Piedmont, Italy, known for its elegant and refined wines. The Barbaresco Cask Finish is a unique and innovative approach to winemaking that has gained significant popularity in recent years.

Score: 8.5/10 – 10 A unicorn: Spend whatever it takes – 8.5–9.5 Top shelf: Impress your fellow whisky geeks – 7–8: Great: Buy two bottles – one to drink, one to keep – 5.5–6.5: Good: Keep it on the shelf as a daily drinker – 5: Not bad: There’s better out there for the same money – Below 5 – Disappointing The Glenmorangie Pursuit of Passion Wine Cask Collection will be available through the Moët Hennessy Private Client channel from Fall 2024, Heathrow Airport, Terminal 2, and select retail outlets worldwide. Register your interest here. [See also: Johnnie Walker Reveals World’s Lightest Whisky Bottle]