Puni Sole 4 Year Old Release 2017

2025-04-03 Whisky from Italy? What sounded exotic a few years ago has become a reality thanks to the Puni distillery. The Puni Sole 4 years (release 2017) is a young but exciting whisky that develops a complex interplay of flavours thanks to its maturation in bourbon and sherry casks. At 46% vol., it has a pleasant strength without being overpowering.
Puni Sole 4 Year Old Release 2017
Puni Sole 4 Year Old Release 2017
Single Malt | 4 Year Old | 46,00 % ABV. | 81,42 €/l | Puni Distillery | made in Italy | Whiskybase ID 98466

Smell

At the first nosing, classic bourbon barrel notes fill the nose: vanilla, honey and a malty sweetness characterise the first impression. This is joined by a fresh, floral note that is almost reminiscent of lemonade. But that's not all - the flavours of the sherry cask resonate subtly in the background: a hint of marzipan, pecan and a hint of milk chocolate provide an exciting depth.

Taste

An impressively high flavour density meets an oily texture. Notes of green apple and fresh apple juice provide a lively fruitiness, while gooseberry and honey create a sweet yet slightly acidic balance. White pepper adds a gentle spiciness, while a hint of sugar syrup appears underneath.

Finish

The finish is somewhat lighter compared to the rest of the profile, but still pleasantly long. The sweetness remains, accompanied by a fine oak flavour. Not a powerful finish, but an elegant, gentle finish.

Thoughts

The Puni Sole 4 years is a real surprise candidate. Despite its youth, it impresses with an impressive density of flavour and a harmonious interplay of fruit, sweetness and spice. The alcohol is excellently integrated and the whisky is simply fun to drink.

Rating: 77/100 - Very Good (Marcel: 75 | Sascha: 78)

Value for Money: 3/5 - Ok

Preview Image Source: Whiskybase
Further Information Cask Type: Bourbon & PX-Sherry Casks
Cask Number: Batch 01
 
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