Port Pipe
Ursprung
Portugal (Douro Valley)
Größe
650L
Frühere Inhalte
Port wine (ruby or tawny)
Typische Reifung
6-18
Aromabeitrag
Red berries, plum, dark cherry, chocolate, and sweet grape tannins. Adds a distinctive reddish-purple hue and fruity sweetness.
Über
Large casks made from European oak, used to mature port — Portugal's famous fortified wine. Ruby port pipes contribute vibrant red fruit and berry notes, while tawny port pipes add nuttier, more oxidized character. The generous 650-liter capacity means slow extraction, but the wine's fortified nature ensures strong flavor transfer. Port pipes have become increasingly popular for whisky finishing over the past two decades.