A new edition to the popular Balvenie Stories collection and this one marks the significance of the First Balvenie Red Rose release which was a Distillery exclusive many moons ago. Whisky region: Speyside Cask type: Australian Shiraz wine casks. Nose: A combination of intense red berry fruits and earthy tones immediately indicate a wine cask finish with a subtle oak and ripe stone fruits undertone. Palate: Rich berry fruits combine with sweet notes from stone fruits which transitions to gentle spices and oak aromas. Finish: Lingering oak and spiced red berries.