Wolfburn Vibrant Stills Sauternes Cask 2016/2024 8 Year Old

2025-05-28 🇩🇪 Zum deutschen Testbericht
Wolfburn, the northernmost distillery on the Scottish mainland, is known for its handcrafted and elegant whiskies. With the Vibrant Stills Sauternes Cask 2016/2024, they've once again delivered something exciting. Aged for 8 years – first in ex-bourbon, then in first-fill Sauternes wine casks from France – this release offers bright fruitiness with structure. Bottled exclusively for Germany, it’s definitely worth a closer look.
Wolfburn Vibrant Stills Sauternes Cask  2016/2024 8 Year Old
Wolfburn Vibrant Stills Sauternes Cask 2016/2024 8 Year Old
Single Malt | 8 Year Old | 50,00 % ABV. | 105,57 €/l | Distillery: Wolfburn | made in Scotland (Highlands)

Nose

The nose is fresh, grassy, and green – like a spring meadow somewhere between a lemon grove and a haystack. There’s lime, green grapes, and a hint of nectarine. Dive deeper and you might even discover something like pineapple sponge cake. The wine influence is there, but it leans more bitter than sweet – intriguing!

Taste

On the palate, this whisky turns creamy. Nectarine, hints of passionfruit yogurt, and honey meet a surprisingly dry oaky spice. A touch of rye bread, maybe even beer-like notes come through. The fruit fades a little, replaced by structure – although the balance could be better.

Finish

The finish is medium, with a gentle tingle and warming feel. There’s a light spice and a hint of oak, but sadly, not much fruit left. It feels like the cask could have given just a bit more.

Thoughts

The Wolfburn Vibrant Stills Sauternes Cask 2016/2024 is an exciting dram – great for beginners, as it showcases plenty of character without being overwhelming. The bright fruitiness and creamy texture are fun to explore. More seasoned drinkers might wish for a bit more depth or polish. It’s a whisky that makes you curious for what else could be possible.

Rating: 78/100 - Very Good (Marcel: 77 | Sascha: 79)

Value for Money: 3/5 - Ok

Preview Image Source: Whiskybase
Further Information Bottling Series: Vibrant Stills - Small Batch
Cask Type: Bourbon + First-Fill Sauternes Finish
Bottled for: Alba Import
Market: Germany
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