Starward Single Malt Whisky Nova Matured In Red Wine Barrels 2 Yr 82 750 ML

The whisky has a burnt umber appearance and a nose that is not too strong, but has light hints of caramel and orange. There’s also a slight smokiness with earth and wood. On the palate, the taste is very buttery and smooth but not strong on flavor. There’s a peppery and burnt orange finish sprinkled with a hint of berries.

Starward Nova Single Malt Whisky may be a relatively young whisky from a lesser known whisky region but it’s definitely challenging the status quo. If someone liked red wine this might be a good way into the whisky world.