{"title":"Michel Couvreur - A Taste of France","description":"\u003cp\u003eMichel Couvreur worked outside the established order, ageing and finishing his whiskies in Burgundy rather than Scotland, and the results have a depth that rewards attention. The cellars at Bouze-lès-Beaune hold casks once given to wine and sherry, and the spirit takes its character from them. This collection of nineteen bottlings spans the range, from the deeply sherried to the quietly peated. For those who already know the house, it needs little introduction; for those who do not, it is a worthwhile detour.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"michel-couvreur-candid-malt-whisky-700ml","title":"Michel Couvreur Candid Malt Whisky 700ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Michel Couvreur Candid Malt Whisky is a sherry-matured, lightly peated blended malt, distilled in Scotland and aged in the humid caves of Burgundy, delivering a rich, smoky-meets-sweet profile with serious character.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 700ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 49%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eScotland (Distilled) \/ France (Matured)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"651\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blended Malt | PX Sherry Cask Matured | Lightly Peated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"665\"\u003eThis is one of those whiskies that quietly challenges what you think you know.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"667\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003eMichel Couvreur built his name on cask influence over distillery identity. Scottish malt whisky, shipped to Burgundy, then matured in humid underground caves, slowly shaped by PX sherry casks into something altogether different. It’s not trying to be Scotch, it’s not trying to be French… it just does its own thing, and does it well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003eOn the nose, it opens deep and layered. Rich dried fruits, raisins and dark chocolate lead the way, followed by roasted almond, baking spice and a gentle thread of earthy peat. There’s a cellar-like richness here, dense but lifted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1487\"\u003eThe palate is where it all locks in. Creamy sherry sweetness rolls through first, think fig, honey and marzipan, before the peat and spice build underneath. Liquorice, oak and peppery warmth give it structure, keeping everything balanced and composed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1489\" data-end=\"1669\"\u003eThe finish lingers with intent. Dried fruit, toasted oak and soft smoke carry through, with a slightly bitter edge of spice and liquorice that keeps it from ever tipping too sweet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1816\"\u003eThis isn’t your typical Scotch profile. It’s a whisky shaped by place, patience and cask, where Burgundy meets smoke and sherry in equal measure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1913\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eLayered, a little unconventional, and built for those who like their whisky with a bit of edge.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michel Couvreur","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43882004021336,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/0243\/0552\/files\/michel-couvreur-candid-malt-whisky-700ml.png?v=1773790668"},{"product_id":"michel-couvreur-overaged-malt-whisky-700ml","title":"Michel Couvreur Overaged Malt Whisky 700ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis Michel Couvreur Overaged Malt Whisky is a richly sherried blended malt, matured in PX casks in Burgundy, delivering deep old-world character with layers of dried fruit, spice and earthy complexity.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"522\" data-end=\"661\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"522\" data-end=\"533\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 700ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"522\" data-end=\"661\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"550\"\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 43%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"522\" data-end=\"661\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"568\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scotland (Distilled) \/ France (Matured)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"522\" data-end=\"661\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"621\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blended Malt | PX Sherry Cask Matured\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"522\" data-end=\"661\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"663\" data-end=\"701\"\u003eThis is Michel Couvreur in full voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"942\"\u003eA vatting of Scottish single malts aged between roughly 12 and 27 years, shipped to Burgundy and left to evolve in damp underground caves. The result isn’t just sherry influence… it’s immersion. Dense, old-world, and unmistakably Couvreur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003eThe nose opens deep and brooding. Dried figs, raisins and stewed fruits lead, backed by leather, pipe tobacco and dark chocolate. There’s a damp cellar note here, earthy, slightly musty in the best way, giving it that unmistakable aged character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1438\"\u003eOn the palate it turns velvety and composed. PX sweetness rolls in first, rich sultanas, dates and molasses, before spice and oak build underneath. Clove, nutmeg and a touch of bitter cocoa keep it structured, never tipping into syrupy territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1606\"\u003eThe finish lingers long and quietly powerful. Dried fruit, tobacco leaf and polished oak carry through, with a gentle dryness that pulls everything back into balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1748\"\u003eThis isn’t a bright, flashy dram. It’s layered, mature, and built on patience, where cask, time and environment have done the heavy lifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1860\"\u003eA proper fireside whisky. Deep, contemplative, and made for those who appreciate the slower side of the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michel Couvreur","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43882068672600,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/0243\/0552\/files\/michel-couvreur-overaged-malt-whisky-700ml.png?v=1773790613"},{"product_id":"michel-couvreur-blossoming-auld-sherried-single-malt-whisky-700ml","title":"Michel Couvreur Blossoming Auld Sherried Single Malt Whisky 700ml","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"483\"\u003eThis Michel Couvreur Blossoming Auld Sherried Single Malt is a deeply PX-driven whisky matured in Burgundy, delivering rich old-school sherry character with layers of dried fruit, chocolate and spice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"656\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"529\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 700ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"656\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"546\"\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"656\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"564\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scotland (Distilled) \/ France (Matured)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"656\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"607\" data-end=\"617\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single Malt | PX Sherry Cask Matured\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"707\"\u003eThis is Michel Couvreur at its most unapologetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"1024\"\u003eBlossoming Auld is built to echo the great sherried malts of another era. Scottish single malt, shipped to Burgundy and matured in old Pedro Ximénez casks inside humid underground caves. Not finished, not touched up… fully shaped by cask and time. Old-school in the best way. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1311\"\u003eThe nose opens dense and expressive. Stewed plums, raisins and dark cherries lead, backed by chocolate, treacle and warm baking spice. There’s a richness here that leans more cellar than distillery, deep, slightly earthy, and seriously inviting. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003eOn the palate it’s all texture. Thick, oily and mouth-filling. PX sweetness rolls through first, fig, date, molasses, before spice and oak tighten things up. Cocoa, cinnamon and a touch of bitter orange keep it structured, never letting it drift too sweet. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1794\"\u003eThe finish is long and deliberate. Dried fruit, chocolate and spiced oak linger, with a gentle dryness that pulls everything back into balance and leaves you reaching for another sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1796\" data-end=\"1936\"\u003eThis isn’t a modern sherry finish. It’s full immersion. Old casks, long ageing, and a philosophy that puts the barrel above everything else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1938\" data-end=\"2046\"\u003eA proper statement whisky. Deep, powerful, and built for those who want their sherry dialled all the way up.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michel Couvreur","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43882072146008,"sku":null,"price":490.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/0243\/0552\/files\/michel-couvreur-blossoming-auld-sherried-single-malt-whisky-700ml.png?v=1773790771"},{"product_id":"michel-couvreur-the-unique-whisky-700ml-44","title":"Michel Couvreur The Unique Whisky 700ml 44%","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"382\" data-end=\"561\"\u003eThis Michel Couvreur “The Unique” is a blended grain whisky crafted from malted and unmalted cereals, delivering soft vanilla sweetness, floral notes and a clean, elegant profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"596\" data-end=\"764\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"596\" data-end=\"607\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 700ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"596\" data-end=\"764\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"624\"\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 44%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"596\" data-end=\"764\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"631\" data-end=\"642\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distilled in Scotland, Matured in Burgundy, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"596\" data-end=\"764\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"696\" data-end=\"706\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blended Grain Whisky | Multi-Distillation | Oak Matured\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"842\"\u003eThis is where Michel Couvreur starts… but it still doesn’t follow the rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"844\" data-end=\"1215\"\u003e“The Unique” is built from both malted and unmalted cereals, distilled using a mix of pot still and Coffey still methods, then matured in oak before resting in Couvreur’s underground cellars in Burgundy. It’s a different approach from the outset, blending styles, grains and techniques into something deliberately outside the norm. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1217\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003eThis isn’t about heavy sherry or bold peat like the rest of the range. It’s lighter, cleaner, and more about texture and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1496\"\u003eOn the nose, it opens soft and lifted. Floral notes, almond and vanilla lead, backed by fresh cereals and a gentle citrus edge that keeps it bright.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1702\"\u003eThe palate is smooth and rounded. Pear, coconut and vanilla glide through first, layered with light grain sweetness and a subtle spice underneath. It’s delicate, but not thin, more about flow than weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1823\"\u003eThe finish is clean and refined. Vanilla, soft oak and a faint herbal lift carry through, leaving a light, easy warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1825\" data-end=\"1856\"\u003eThis isn’t a powerhouse whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1996\"\u003eIt’s a different kind of drink, built around balance, subtlety and the idea that whisky doesn’t always need to be heavy to be interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1998\" data-end=\"2079\"\u003eA great entry into the Michel Couvreur world. Light, elegant, and quietly unique.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michel Couvreur","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43894391767128,"sku":null,"price":130.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/0243\/0552\/files\/michel-couvreur-the-unique-whisky-700ml-44.jpg?v=1773981554"},{"product_id":"michel-couvreur-clearach-single-malt-whisky-700ml-43","title":"Michel Couvreur Clearach Single Malt Whisky 700ml 43%","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"411\" data-end=\"569\"\u003eThis Michel Couvreur Clearach is a young single malt matured in fresh PX sherry casks, delivering raw malt character, soft sweetness and a fresh, vinous edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"768\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"615\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 700ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"768\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"624\" data-end=\"632\"\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 43%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"768\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"639\" data-end=\"650\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distilled in Scotland, Matured in Burgundy, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"768\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"704\" data-end=\"714\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single Malt | Young Whisky | PX Sherry Cask Matured\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"803\"\u003eThis is whisky in its early form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"805\" data-end=\"1074\"\u003e“Clearach” literally refers to new or young spirit, and that’s exactly what this is. A single malt distilled in Scotland, then matured for around 2–3 years in fresh Pedro Ximénez sherry casks in Couvreur’s humid Burgundy cellars. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003eIt’s not trying to hide its youth. It leans into it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003eOn the nose, it opens light and slightly restrained. Fresh cereal, almond and soft vanilla come through first, followed by gentle dried fruit and a subtle floral lift. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003eThe palate is where it shows its character. Malty, sweet and lively. Think honey, grain, vanilla and light spice, with that PX cask influence adding a soft richness without overwhelming the spirit. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1781\"\u003eThere’s a rawness here, but it’s intentional. A slightly prickly edge, a bit of heat, and a freshness that reminds you this hasn’t been sitting in oak for decades. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1783\" data-end=\"1962\"\u003eThe finish is clean and gently spiced. Vanilla wafer sweetness, white pepper and light oak drift out, leaving a dry, slightly warming tail. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"2002\"\u003eThis isn’t polished. It’s not refined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2004\" data-end=\"2102\"\u003eIt’s a look at whisky before it becomes something else, shaped by cask, but still very much alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2104\" data-end=\"2207\"\u003eA niche bottle. Raw, interesting, and built for those who want to understand whisky from the ground up.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michel Couvreur","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43894432792664,"sku":null,"price":140.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/0243\/0552\/files\/michel-couvreur-clearach-single-malt-whisky-700ml-43.jpg?v=1773981955"},{"product_id":"michel-couvreur-cap-a-pie-whisky-700ml-45","title":"Michel Couvreur Cap a Pie Whisky Blend 700ml 45%","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"393\" data-end=\"539\"\u003eThis Michel Couvreur Cap a Pie is a malt-forward blend matured in Burgundy, delivering soft fruit, almond, vanilla and a subtle sherried richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"735\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"585\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 700ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"735\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"602\"\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"735\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"620\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distilled in Scotland, Matured in Burgundy, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"735\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"684\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blended Whisky | Malt \u0026amp; Grain | Sherry Influence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"777\"\u003eThis is Couvreur with a bit more weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"779\" data-end=\"1029\"\u003e“Cap a Pie” builds on The Unique, but with a higher proportion of malt whisky in the blend, giving it more structure, more flavour, and a slightly richer profile without losing that signature Couvreur elegance. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003eStill matured in those humid Burgundy cellars, still driven by cask over distillation, just pushed a little further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1149\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003eOn the nose, it opens fresh but layered. Almond, vanilla and light floral notes lead, backed by white fruit and a gentle, slightly saline edge that gives it lift. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1615\"\u003eThe palate brings more roundness. Soft grain sweetness rolls into pear, vanilla and light dried fruit, with a subtle sherry influence adding depth without taking over. It’s lively, slightly nervy, but still very drinkable. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003eThere’s a nice balance here, the malt gives it body, the grain keeps it easy, and the cask ties it together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"1943\"\u003eThe finish is clean with a touch more complexity than the entry level expressions. Light spice, soft oak and a lingering sweetness carry through, leaving a fresh, moreish edge. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1945\" data-end=\"1969\"\u003eThis isn’t a big whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"1997\"\u003eBut it’s not trying to be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2095\"\u003eIt’s about balance, texture and drinkability, with just enough depth to keep things interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2097\" data-end=\"2172\"\u003eA great step up from The Unique. Still easy, just with a bit more going on.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michel Couvreur","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43894442688600,"sku":null,"price":160.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/0243\/0552\/files\/michel-couvreur-cap-a-pie-french-whisky-700ml.png?v=1774350482"},{"product_id":"michel-couvreur-intravaganza-cask-strength-malt-whisky-700ml-50","title":"Michel Couvreur Intravagan’za Cask Strength Malt Whisky 700ml 50%","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"396\" data-end=\"556\"\u003eThis Michel Couvreur Intravagan’za is a cask strength young single malt matured in sherry casks, delivering raw energy, sweet malt, and a bold, unfiltered edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"753\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"602\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 700ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"753\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"619\"\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"753\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"637\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distilled in Scotland, Matured in Burgundy, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"753\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"701\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single Malt | Cask Strength | Sherry Cask Matured\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"782\"\u003eThis is Couvreur turned up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"784\" data-end=\"1028\"\u003eIntravagan’za is essentially Clearach with no handbrake. A young single malt, matured for around 2–3 years in Moscatel and Oloroso sherry casks, then bottled at full strength, unfiltered and unapologetic. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1030\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003eIt’s not about polish. It’s about showing the spirit, the cask, and everything in between.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003eOn the nose, it opens lively and slightly prickly. Almond, frangipane and fresh cereal come through first, backed by honey, vanilla and a grassy lift that gives it freshness. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1613\"\u003eThe palate is where it hits. Sweet malt, caramel and vanilla lead, followed by spice, light oak and a youthful intensity that keeps everything moving. It’s sharp, energetic, and a bit untamed, but there’s still a silky edge underneath. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1615\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003eThat sherry cask influence sits in the background, adding just enough richness without taking over the spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003eThe finish is warming and direct. Spice, grain and soft oak carry through, with a slightly dry edge that reminds you this is still young at its core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003eThis isn’t a whisky for everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003eIt’s raw, expressive, and a little unpredictable, but that’s exactly what makes it interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2010\" data-end=\"2142\"\u003eA proper “see the spirit” bottle. Bold, youthful, and built for those who want to experience whisky before it’s fully tamed by time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michel Couvreur","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43895082877016,"sku":null,"price":170.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/0243\/0552\/files\/michel-couvreur-intravaganza-cask-strength-malt-whisky-700ml-50.png?v=1773989114"},{"product_id":"michel-couvreur-overaged-magnum-malt-whisky-1-5l-43","title":"Michel Couvreur Overaged Magnum Malt Whisky 1.5L 43%","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"393\" data-end=\"558\"\u003eThis Michel Couvreur Overaged Magnum is a rich, sherry-driven blended malt presented in a 1.5L format, delivering dried fruit, tobacco and deep, balanced complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"593\" data-end=\"758\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"593\" data-end=\"604\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5L (Magnum)\u003cbr data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"621\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"621\" data-end=\"629\"\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 43%\u003cbr data-start=\"633\" data-end=\"636\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"647\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distilled in Scotland, Matured in Burgundy, France\u003cbr data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"701\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"711\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blended Malt Whisky | PX Sherry Cask Matured\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"814\"\u003eThis is Overaged… just bigger, and built to be shared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"816\" data-end=\"1110\"\u003eA vatting of single malts aged between roughly 12 and 27 years, matured in Pedro Ximénez sherry casks deep in Couvreur’s humid Burgundy cellars. It’s all about that balance between youthful energy and long-aged depth, something Couvreur absolutely nails. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1237\"\u003eThe magnum format doesn’t change the whisky, but it changes the moment. This is a bottle you put on the table, not tuck away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1442\"\u003eOn the nose, it opens rich and expressive. Dried flowers, tobacco and sherried fruit lead, backed by almond, old oak and a faint wisp of smoke that gives it depth. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1681\"\u003eThe palate is where it settles in. Dark fruit, sherry sweetness and nutty richness roll through, layered with spice and oak. It’s full, rounded and deeply satisfying without ever tipping too heavy. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1683\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003eThe finish is long and composed. Sherry richness lingers alongside soft smoke and oak, tapering slowly with a dry, elegant edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1838\"\u003eThis isn’t flashy whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"1965\"\u003eIt’s composed, mature, and built around balance, the kind of dram that rewards sitting with it rather than chasing intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1967\" data-end=\"2017\"\u003eAnd in magnum… it becomes something else entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2019\" data-end=\"2096\"\u003eA proper centrepiece bottle. Rich, classic, and made to be poured generously.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michel Couvreur","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43895095263320,"sku":null,"price":440.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/0243\/0552\/files\/michel-couvreur-overaged-magnum-malt-whisky-1-5l-43_7d6704ad-13a6-472d-8caa-3f5231cb0caf.png?v=1774351191"},{"product_id":"michel-couvreur-pale-single-single-malt-whisky-700ml-45","title":"Michel Couvreur Pale Single Single Malt Whisky 700ml 45%","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"430\" data-end=\"588\"\u003eThis Michel Couvreur Pale Single Single is a single cask malt matured in sherry wood, delivering floral fruit, subtle salinity and a refined, elegant profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"783\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"634\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 700ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"783\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"651\"\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"783\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"669\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distilled in Scotland, Matured in Burgundy, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"783\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"723\" data-end=\"733\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single Malt | Single Cask | Sherry Cask Matured\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"785\" data-end=\"834\"\u003eThis is Couvreur stripped back… and sharpened up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"836\" data-end=\"1070\"\u003e“Pale Single Single” is exactly what it sounds like, a single malt from a single distillery, drawn from a single cask, then matured in sherry wood inside Couvreur’s underground Burgundy cellars. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003eTypically aged around 12 years in Amontillado or Fino-style sherry casks, this one leans away from heavy PX richness and instead focuses on finesse, clarity and structure. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003eOn the nose, it opens delicate but layered. Green apple, pear and citrus sit alongside white flowers and almond, with a faint saline edge that gives it lift. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1722\"\u003eThe palate is clean and precise. Fresh fruit, vanilla and soft malt glide through first, followed by light spice and gentle oak. There’s a silky texture here, but it stays focused rather than heavy. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1927\"\u003eWhat really sets it apart is that subtle coastal note, a light iodised edge that threads through the fruit and keeps everything feeling fresh and slightly savoury. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1929\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003eThe finish is long and elegant. Floral, lightly spiced and just a touch dry, tapering off with control rather than weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2053\" data-end=\"2077\"\u003eThis isn’t a big whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2079\" data-end=\"2098\"\u003eIt’s a precise one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2100\" data-end=\"2196\"\u003eA proper single cask expression where nothing is hidden. Clean, expressive, and quietly complex.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michel Couvreur","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43895105355864,"sku":null,"price":220.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/0243\/0552\/files\/michel-couvreur-pale-single-single-malt-whisky-700ml-45.png?v=1773990805"},{"product_id":"michel-couvreur-unexpected-ii-single-malt-whisky-700ml-50","title":"Michel Couvreur Unexpected II Single Malt Whisky 700ml 50%","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"458\" data-end=\"625\"\u003eThis Michel Couvreur Unexpected II is a 10-year-old single malt matured in multiple sherry casks, delivering rich dried fruit, nutty depth and a bold, layered profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"812\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"671\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 700ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"812\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"688\"\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"812\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"706\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distilled in Scotland, Matured in Burgundy, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"812\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"770\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single Malt | Multi-Sherry Cask Matured\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"843\"\u003eThis is Couvreur with intent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"1126\"\u003eUnexpected II isn’t just a name. It’s a reflection of how this whisky is built, from organic “Vanessa” barley, distilled with character, then matured for a decade across multiple sherry casks including Oloroso, Amontillado and Pedro Ximénez. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1238\"\u003eThat mix of casks is where the magic sits. Not one style dominating, but layers stacking on top of each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003eOn the nose, it opens rich and textured. Almond, cocoa and raisin lead, backed by floral notes and a slightly earthy, cellar-driven depth that’s very Couvreur. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1672\"\u003eThe palate is full and unctuous. Candied fruit, figs, orange zest and marzipan roll through first, followed by hazelnut, mocha and a deeper sherry richness that builds without becoming heavy. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1804\"\u003eThere’s a weight here, but it’s controlled. The different sherry casks keep it moving, adding contrast rather than just sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1806\" data-end=\"2004\"\u003eThe finish is long and warming. Citrus, roasted nuts and spice (nutmeg, clove, cinnamon) carry through, leaving a dry, structured edge that keeps it balanced. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2006\" data-end=\"2040\"\u003eThis isn’t a simple sherry whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2042\" data-end=\"2169\"\u003eIt’s layered, deliberate, and built to show what happens when you let different cask styles work together instead of competing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2171\" data-end=\"2299\"\u003eA proper step into the deeper end of Couvreur. Rich, complex, and built for those who want more than just one note in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michel Couvreur","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43895108010072,"sku":null,"price":260.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/0243\/0552\/files\/michel-couvreur-unexpected-ii-single-malt-whisky-700ml-50.png?v=1773991323"},{"product_id":"michel-couvreur-unexpected-iii-11-year-old-single-malt-whisky-700ml-50","title":"Michel Couvreur Unexpected III 11 Year Old Single Malt Whisky 700ml 50%","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"465\" data-end=\"640\"\u003eThis Michel Couvreur Unexpected III is an 11-year-old single malt matured in multiple sherry casks, delivering concentrated fruit, spice and a refined, high-intensity profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"675\" data-end=\"824\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"675\" data-end=\"686\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 700ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"675\" data-end=\"824\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"703\"\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"675\" data-end=\"824\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"710\" data-end=\"721\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distilled in France (Alps), Matured in Burgundy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"675\" data-end=\"824\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"782\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single Malt | Multi-Sherry Cask Matured\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"861\"\u003eThis is Unexpected… fully realised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003eThe third chapter in the series takes everything from Unexpected II and tightens it up. Distilled from organic “Vanessa” barley, then matured for over a decade across multiple sherry casks, Oloroso, PX, Amontillado and Fino, all resting in Couvreur’s humid underground cellars. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003eThat mix of casks doesn’t just add flavour. It builds layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1457\"\u003eOn the nose, it opens rich and concentrated. Dried fruit, spice and oak come through first, backed by cocoa, almond and a slightly earthy depth that gives it real presence. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1459\" data-end=\"1705\"\u003eThe palate is full and structured. Malt sweetness, dark chocolate and candied fruit roll through, followed by toasted oak and spice. There’s weight here, but it stays controlled, nothing runs away from you. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1897\"\u003eWhat separates this from the earlier releases is the integration. The casks aren’t competing, they’re working together. You get PX richness, Fino lift, Oloroso depth, all sitting in balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1899\" data-end=\"2070\"\u003eThe finish is long and warming. Citrus, spice and dry oak carry through with a clean, bright edge that keeps it from feeling heavy. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2072\" data-end=\"2117\"\u003eNo peat. No smoke. Just malt, cask, and time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2119\" data-end=\"2144\"\u003eThis isn’t a loud whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2146\" data-end=\"2190\"\u003eIt’s a precise one with intensity behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2192\" data-end=\"2310\"\u003eA proper step into serious Couvreur territory. Layered, composed, and built for drinkers who want depth without chaos.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michel Couvreur","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43895112564824,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/0243\/0552\/files\/michel-couvreur-unexpected-iii-11-year-old-single-malt-whisky-700ml-50.png?v=1773991819"},{"product_id":"michel-couvreur-special-vatting-malt-whisky-700ml-45","title":"Michel Couvreur Special Vatting Malt Whisky 700ml 45%","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"415\" data-end=\"576\"\u003eThis Michel Couvreur Special Vatting is a blended malt built from aged sherry cask whiskies, delivering rich fruit, subtle peat and layered, balanced complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"773\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"622\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 700ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"773\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"631\" data-end=\"639\"\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"773\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"657\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distilled in Scotland, Matured in Burgundy, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"773\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"711\" data-end=\"721\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blended Malt | Multi-Sherry Cask | Lightly Peated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"808\"\u003eThis is Couvreur in balance mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003eSpecial Vatting is built from a blend of three single malts, each over a decade old, matured across different sherry casks including Pedro Ximénez, Oloroso and Amontillado. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003eEach component plays a role. One brings richness and age, another adds freshness and a lightly peated, almost coastal edge, and the third ties it all together with finesse and structure. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003eThis isn’t a one-note whisky. It’s constructed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1543\"\u003eOn the nose, it opens deep and expressive. Sherry-soaked fruit, leather and fine tobacco lead, backed by spice and old oak. There’s a quiet smokiness sitting underneath, not dominant, just adding depth. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1545\" data-end=\"1804\"\u003eThe palate is full and silky. Dried fruit, caramel and nutty richness roll through first, followed by spice and a gentle peat influence that lifts rather than overwhelms. It’s rich, but balanced, nothing gets too heavy. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1806\" data-end=\"1887\"\u003eThat interplay is what defines it, sherry depth meets freshness and subtle smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1889\" data-end=\"2037\"\u003eThe finish is long and composed. Oak, spice and lingering sweetness carry through, with a slightly dry, elegant edge that keeps everything in check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2039\" data-end=\"2072\"\u003eThis isn’t experimental Couvreur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2096\"\u003eIt’s classic Couvreur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2191\"\u003eA whisky built on blending, cask and patience, where everything sits exactly where it should.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2193\" data-end=\"2259\"\u003eA proper after-dinner dram. Rich, structured, and quietly complex.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michel Couvreur","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43895114367064,"sku":null,"price":320.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/0243\/0552\/files\/michel-couvreur-special-vatting-malt-whisky-700ml-45.png?v=1773992266"},{"product_id":"michel-couvreur-hyphen-blended-malt-whisky-2024-500ml-46","title":"Michel Couvreur Hyphen Blended Malt Whisky 2024 Edition 500ml 46%","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"434\" data-end=\"620\"\u003eThis Michel Couvreur Hyphen 2024 Edition is a limited blended malt combining aged Scottish whisky and young French peated spirit, delivering elegance, spice and a uniquely savoury depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"798\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"666\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"798\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"675\" data-end=\"683\"\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 46%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"798\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"701\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scotland \u0026amp; France, Matured in Burgundy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"798\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"753\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blended Malt | Multi-Cask | Lightly Peated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"839\"\u003eThis is two worlds connected by a line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"841\" data-end=\"1039\"\u003e“Hyphen” isn’t just a name, it’s exactly what’s happening in the bottle. A blend of two completely different whiskies, stitched together to create something that shouldn’t work… but absolutely does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1254\"\u003eAround 75% is mature Scottish single malt, distilled in 2006 and aged for roughly 17 years in Fino sherry and Chenin wine casks. Elegant, subtle, slightly softened with age. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003eThe remaining 25% is young, peated French malt, distilled in 2016 and aged around 7 years in old Moscatel casks. Bright, aromatic, and full of energy. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1494\"\u003ePut them together… and things get interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1682\"\u003eOn the nose, it opens layered and slightly unconventional. Dried fruit, apple and vanilla lead, backed by soft smoke, toasted grain and a faint savoury edge that gives it real character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"1971\"\u003eThe palate is where the “hyphen” shows itself. Sweet malt, caramel and orchard fruit from the older Scotch meet spice, smoke and freshness from the younger French component. There’s even a slightly umami, almost miso-like depth running through it. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"2007\"\u003eIt shouldn’t balance… but it does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2009\" data-end=\"2156\"\u003eThe finish is medium-long and evolving. Oak, spice and light smoke carry through with a gentle dryness and a toasted edge that keeps it structured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2158\" data-end=\"2186\"\u003eThis isn’t a classic whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2188\" data-end=\"2209\"\u003eIt’s not meant to be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2211\" data-end=\"2340\"\u003eIt’s about contrast, tension, and how two very different spirits can actually lift each other when they’re put together properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2342\" data-end=\"2458\"\u003eA seriously interesting bottle. Limited, expressive, and built for drinkers who want something a bit left of centre.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michel Couvreur","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43895175184472,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/0243\/0552\/files\/michel-couvreur-hyphen-blended-malt-whisky-2024-500ml-46.png?v=1774000820"},{"product_id":"michel-couvreur-alekse-2008-single-cask-malt-whisky-500ml-50","title":"Michel Couvreur Alekse 2008 Single Cask Malt Whisky 500ml 50%","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"392\" data-end=\"539\"\u003eThis Michel Couvreur Alekse 2008 is a 15-year-old single cask malt matured in Oloroso sherry, delivering elegance, spice and finely balanced depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"770\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"585\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"770\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"602\"\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~50% (Cask Strength \/ Natural Strength)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"770\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"656\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distilled in Scotland, Matured in Burgundy, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"770\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"710\" data-end=\"720\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single Malt | Single Cask | Oloroso Sherry Butt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"809\"\u003eThis is Couvreur at its most precise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"811\" data-end=\"1026\"\u003eAlekse 2008 is a single cask release, distilled in 2008 and matured for around 15 years in a very old Oloroso sherry butt before being bottled in 2023. Just 702 bottles exist. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1087\"\u003eNo blending. No adjustments. Just one cask, taken as it is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1102\"\u003eAnd it shows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1104\" data-end=\"1339\"\u003eOn the nose, it opens refined and lifted. Floral notes, almond and subtle dried fruit sit alongside a delicate sherry influence, nothing heavy, nothing overdone. It’s elegant from the first pour. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1624\"\u003eThe palate is where it comes alive. Fresh, spicy and energetic. Ginger, light oak, fruit and nutty richness roll through, but it never tips into heaviness. The sherry cask is there, but it’s controlled, adding structure rather than dominating. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1707\"\u003eThere’s a clarity to it. You can feel the cask, but you can also feel the spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1900\"\u003eThe finish is long, clean and surprisingly light for a whisky of this age. Soft spice, anise and fresh oak taper off with precision rather than weight. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1902\" data-end=\"1927\"\u003eThis isn’t a sherry bomb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1929\" data-end=\"1955\"\u003eIt’s a study in restraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1957\" data-end=\"2096\"\u003eA whisky that proves you don’t need intensity to create complexity, just the right cask, enough time, and the discipline to leave it alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2198\"\u003eA true single cask expression. Rare, elegant, and built for those who appreciate detail over volume.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michel Couvreur","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43895178035288,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/0243\/0552\/files\/michel-couvreur-alekse-2008-single-cask-malt-whisky-500ml-50_jpg.png?v=1774001118"},{"product_id":"michel-couvreur-spirale-chapter-iv-2010-single-malt-whisky-500ml-51-5","title":"Michel Couvreur Spirale Chapter IV 2010 Single Malt Whisky 500ml 51.5%","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"471\" data-end=\"639\"\u003eThis Michel Couvreur Spirale Chapter IV is a single malt matured in a Vin de Paille cask, delivering concentrated fruit, vinous depth and a uniquely expressive profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"859\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"685\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"859\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"702\"\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 51.5% (Natural Strength)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"859\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"741\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distilled in Scotland, Matured in Burgundy, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"859\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"805\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single Malt | Single Cask | Vin de Paille Wine Cask\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"861\" data-end=\"905\"\u003eThis is Couvreur at his most unconventional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003eSpirale Chapter IV is built from Golden Promise barley, distilled in Scotland in 2010, then matured in an old Vin de Paille barrel, a rare sweet wine cask from the Jura region of France. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1191\"\u003eNot sherry. Not bourbon. Something completely different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003eThat cask has already held intensely concentrated wine, and it leaves a serious imprint. High aromatic concentration, layered fruit, and a texture that sits somewhere between whisky and fortified wine. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1552\"\u003eOnly around 380 bottles were produced, making this a proper limited release. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1554\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003eOn the nose, it opens rich and lifted. Quince paste, dried fruit and toasted cereal come through first, backed by floral notes and a slightly vinous edge that immediately sets it apart. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1781\" data-end=\"2023\"\u003eThe palate is dense and concentrated. Sweet fruit, honeyed richness and roasted grain roll through, with that Vin de Paille cask adding a layered, almost syrupy fruit intensity without becoming cloying. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2025\" data-end=\"2114\"\u003eThere’s a balance here between sweetness and structure, fruit and grain, wine and whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2116\" data-end=\"2266\"\u003eThe finish is long and expressive. Spiced fruit, toasted oak and a gentle dryness carry through, leaving a lingering, almost confectionary fruit note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2268\" data-end=\"2296\"\u003eThis isn’t a classic whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2298\" data-end=\"2382\"\u003eIt’s a crossover of disciplines. Wine thinking applied to whisky, and done properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2384\" data-end=\"2504\"\u003eA rare, highly individual release. Complex, concentrated, and built for drinkers who want something genuinely different.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michel Couvreur","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43895193927768,"sku":null,"price":590.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/0243\/0552\/files\/michel-couvreur-spirale-chapter-iv-2010-single-malt-whisky-500ml-51-5.png?v=1774001428"},{"product_id":"michel-couvreur-alba-chapter-ii-2002-single-malt-whisky-500ml-45-65","title":"Michel Couvreur Alba Chapter II 2002 Single Malt Whisky 500ml 45.65%","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"575\"\u003eThis Michel Couvreur Alba Chapter II is a 19-year-old single cask malt matured in Malaga wine casks, delivering floral fruit, honeyed richness and refined, elegant depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"788\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"621\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"788\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"638\"\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45.65% (Natural Strength)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"788\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"667\" data-end=\"678\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distilled in Ireland, Matured in Burgundy, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"788\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"741\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single Malt | Single Cask | Malaga Wine Cask\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"823\"\u003eThis is Couvreur in full control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"1035\"\u003eAlba Chapter II is built from triple-distilled Irish malt, laid down in 2002 and matured for nearly two decades in a Malaga wine cask deep in Couvreur’s Burgundy cellars. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1112\"\u003eNo blending. No shortcuts. Just time, cask, and environment doing the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1114\" data-end=\"1347\"\u003eThat Malaga cask is the key. A rich, sweet wine cask, but handled here with restraint. Instead of turning into a heavy dessert whisky, it brings lift, finesse and a kind of quiet concentration. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1349\" data-end=\"1518\"\u003eOn the nose, it opens delicate and aromatic. Dried flowers, citrus and soft orchard fruit sit alongside honey and light cereal, all lifted and refined rather than dense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1774\"\u003eThe palate is where it builds. Cooked peach, orange peel and nutty malt roll through, layered with honey and a gentle wine-driven richness. There’s depth here, but it stays controlled, never tipping into heaviness. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1776\" data-end=\"1861\"\u003eIt’s a different kind of richness, more about texture and persistence than sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1863\" data-end=\"2012\"\u003eThe finish is long and composed. Spice, dried fruit and a gentle dryness carry through, leaving a clean, elegant tail that keeps drawing you back in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2039\"\u003eThis isn’t a bold whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2041\" data-end=\"2060\"\u003eIt’s a precise one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2062\" data-end=\"2201\"\u003eA single cask expression that leans into finesse, showing what happens when wine cask influence is handled with patience rather than force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2203\" data-end=\"2277\"\u003eRare, refined, and built for those who appreciate subtlety over intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michel Couvreur","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43895215554648,"sku":null,"price":620.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/0243\/0552\/files\/michel-couvreur-alba-chapter-ii-2002-single-malt-whisky-500ml-45-65.png?v=1774001793"},{"product_id":"michel-couvreur-alba-22-year-old-single-malt-whisky-500ml-46","title":"Michel Couvreur Alba 22 Year Old Single Malt Whisky 500ml 46%","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"632\"\u003eThis Michel Couvreur Alba 22 Year Old is a long-aged single malt matured in Fino and Chenin wine casks, delivering floral fruit, honeyed depth and refined, elegant complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"667\" data-end=\"823\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"667\" data-end=\"678\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"667\" data-end=\"823\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"695\"\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 46%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"667\" data-end=\"823\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"713\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distilled in Scotland, Matured in Burgundy, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"667\" data-end=\"823\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"767\" data-end=\"777\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single Malt | Wine Cask Matured | Long Aged\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"859\"\u003eThis is Couvreur at full maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"861\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003eAlba 22 Year Old is built over time, not rushed, not pushed. Around 17 years in Fino sherry casks, followed by a further 5 years in Chenin Blanc wine casks from the Loire Valley. It’s a deliberate layering of cask influence, not to dominate, but to refine. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003eAnd that’s exactly how it drinks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003eOn the nose, it opens lifted and elegant. White wine aromatics, honey and soft oak come through first, backed by delicate floral notes and a gentle fruit sweetness. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1635\"\u003eThe palate is where it really settles in. Round, mellow and quietly deep. Orchard fruit, vanilla and light caramel roll through, with a soft wine-driven texture giving it flow rather than weight. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1637\" data-end=\"1737\"\u003eThere’s richness here, but it’s controlled. No heaviness, no overload, just layers unfolding slowly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1739\" data-end=\"1948\"\u003eThe Chenin cask influence becomes more apparent as it develops, adding a subtle grape-like freshness, a slightly waxy texture, and a lift that keeps everything balanced. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1950\" data-end=\"2104\"\u003eThe finish is long and composed. White flowers, soft spice and lingering fruit carry through, tapering off clean with a refined, almost wine-like dryness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2106\" data-end=\"2131\"\u003eThis isn’t a bold whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2153\"\u003eIt’s a complete one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2155\" data-end=\"2260\"\u003eA whisky built on patience, cask selection, and restraint, where everything sits exactly where it should.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2262\" data-end=\"2328\"\u003eA proper collector’s bottle. Elegant, mature, and quietly complex.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michel Couvreur","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43895226597464,"sku":null,"price":720.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/0243\/0552\/files\/michel-couvreur-alba-22-year-old-single-malt-whisky-500ml-46.png?v=1774002064"},{"product_id":"michel-couvreur-alekse-2003-single-cask-malt-whisky-500ml-45-38","title":"Michel Couvreur Alekse 2003 Single Cask Malt Whisky 500ml 45.38%","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"503\" data-end=\"684\"\u003eThis Michel Couvreur Alekse 2003 is a 17-year-old single cask malt matured in an Amontillado sherry butt, delivering dried flowers, tobacco and a finely structured, elegant profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"886\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"730\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"886\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"747\"\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45.38%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"886\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"757\" data-end=\"768\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distilled in Scotland, Matured in Burgundy, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"886\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"832\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single Malt | Single Cask | Amontillado Sherry Butt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"933\"\u003eThis is Couvreur in its more restrained form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003eDistilled on 31 March 2003 and matured for over 17 years in a single Amontillado sherry butt, this is a one-cask snapshot, no blending, no smoothing out the edges, just the whisky exactly as it came together over time. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1232\"\u003eAnd that Amontillado cask defines it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1318\"\u003eThis isn’t PX richness or heavy sweetness. It’s drier, more vinous, more structured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1320\" data-end=\"1546\"\u003eOn the nose, it opens with precision. Dried flowers, tobacco and nutty sherry notes sit up front, backed by a slightly oxidative, cellar-like depth that feels mature without being heavy. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1823\"\u003eThe palate is tight and composed. Honeyed malt, roasted nuts and baked fruit roll through, with a subtle bitterness and dryness that keeps everything in check. There’s a toasted character here, but it never turns heavy or overly sweet. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1825\" data-end=\"1884\"\u003eIt’s not trying to impress with weight. It’s about control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1886\" data-end=\"2036\"\u003eThe finish is long and slightly drying. Tobacco, oak and delicate spice linger, tapering off with a clean, structured edge that keeps you coming back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2063\"\u003eThis isn’t a loud whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2065\" data-end=\"2088\"\u003eIt’s a disciplined one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2183\"\u003eA single cask that leans into elegance, dryness and structure rather than sweetness or power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2185\" data-end=\"2260\"\u003eRare, precise, and built for drinkers who appreciate nuance over intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michel Couvreur","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43895232004184,"sku":null,"price":820.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/0243\/0552\/files\/michel-couvreur-alekse-2003-single-cask-malt-whisky-500ml-45-38.png?v=1774002770"},{"product_id":"michel-couvreur-very-sherried-25-year-old-single-malt-whisky-500ml-50","title":"Michel Couvreur Very Sherried 25 Year Old Single Malt Whisky 500ml 50%","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"680\"\u003eThis Michel Couvreur Very Sherried 25 Year Old is a single malt matured entirely in Pedro Ximénez sherry casks, delivering dense dried fruit, chocolate and deeply layered, old-world richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"902\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"726\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"902\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"735\" data-end=\"743\"\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~50% (Natural Strength)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"902\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"781\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distilled in Scotland, Matured in Burgundy, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"902\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"835\" data-end=\"845\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single Malt | Single Cask | PX Sherry Butt | Long Aged\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"904\" data-end=\"939\"\u003eThis is what Couvreur is known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003eVery Sherried isn’t just a name. It’s the blueprint. A single malt matured for over 25 years in Pedro Ximénez sherry casks, deep in the humid cellars of Burgundy, where time and environment do the heavy lifting. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003eNo shortcuts. No balancing act. Just full-term sherry maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003eAnd it shows immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1288\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003eOn the nose, it opens thick and opulent. Dried figs, raisins and dark chocolate lead, backed by old leather, tobacco and a deep, almost antique oak character that gives it serious presence. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003eThis isn’t fresh fruit. It’s concentrated, slow-cooked, time-soaked character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1822\"\u003eThe palate is dense and coating. Rich PX sweetness rolls through, think dates, molasses and stewed fruit, layered with cocoa, spice and a slightly earthy depth that keeps it grounded. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1824\" data-end=\"1888\"\u003eIt’s powerful, but not chaotic. Everything sits where it should.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1890\" data-end=\"2006\"\u003eThe texture is where it really stands out. Thick, almost chewy. The kind of whisky that evolves slowly in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2008\" data-end=\"2152\"\u003eThe finish is long, warming and persistent. 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