The Amrut 2017 Ex-Sauternes Cask #8038 is an ultra-exclusive, limited-edition Indian Single Malt whisky bottled at 60.0% ABV (Cask Strength) in September 2022 specifically for the prestigious French distributor La Maison du Whisky. This rare expression yielded only 200 bottles worldwide, making it a true collector's item. Technical SpecificationsDistillery: Amrut Distilleries (Bangalore, India)Type: Single Malt Cask Strength (Single Cask)Distillation: February 2017Bottled: September 2022Age: 5 Years Old (accelerated aging due to the Indian tropical climate)Cask Type: Ex-Sauternes (French sweet wine cask)Cask Number: #8038Volume: 700 mlFiltration: Non-chill filtered and natural colorTasting Notes (Flavor Profile)Maturation in premium sweet Sauternes wine casks imparts deeply fruity and rich layers to this potent single malt:Nose: A tropical explosion dominated by ripe mango, peach, lavender honey, and Sémillon grapes, balanced by subtle nuances of vanilla and marzipan.Palate: Full-bodied and oily mouthfeel. It reveals intense notes of apricot, banana jam, zesty citrus orange, and warming oak spices.Finish: Long, lingering, and complex. It beautifully blends the fruity sweetness of the dessert wine with the signature spicy heat of Indian malt.Because it comes from a single barrel, its rating on specialist platforms like Whiskybase sits at an excellent average of 88/100 points.