Old Fat Unicorn, the brand, is revolutionising the wine industry with the launch of its new Golden Horn range, elevating the experience of wine enthusiasts by intertwining the worlds of fine wine and whisky.
This includes their flagship Barossa reds: a Shiraz and a Cabernet Sauvignon, both of which showcase bold new flavours thanks to an innovative finishing process. By incorporating at least 25% of the blend in ex-whisky barrels, these wines are imbued with additional layers of complexity, making each sip an exploration of flavours.
The Golden Horn reds are characterised by distinct flavour notes such as vanilla and caramel, which contribute to a fabulously satisfying finish. As winemaker Brittany John explains, “This Old Fat Unicorn wine includes portions finished in used whisky barrels giving the wine an interesting flavour twist. The old whisky barrels impart nuances of caramel and malt with a hint of aromatic spice, adding another dimension to these rich and textured wines.”
Merging the luxury of whisky notes with a casual glass of red, the Golden Horn range offers a unique drinking experience. The packaging itself is instantly captivating, paying homage to the Old Fat Unicorn lineage with a golden embellished horn, sleek matte black label, and a bottle shape reminiscent of fine whisky. Ricky Young, Dan Murphy’s Assistant Category Manager for Red Wine, praises the new-look labels, saying, “The new-look labels are so unique! Perfect for your next dinner with guests. The wine is expertly crafted with smooth, velvety depth that the ex-whisky barrel ageing provides.”
The Golden Horn Whisky Barrel Barossa Shiraz 2022, made from high-quality Barossa Valley Shiraz fruit, presents a velvety, smooth palate with rich, dark flavours. The ex-whisky barrel finish introduces a hint of vanillin on the finish, elevating this lavish Shiraz to new heights. Meanwhile, the Golden Horn Whisky Barrel Barossa Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 offers deep, dark, and saturating cassis and blackberry flavours typical of Barossa Cabernet, balanced by a velvety, smooth, and plush finish with subtle caramel and creamy vanillin oak nuances from light maturation in ex-whisky barrels.
Both the Golden Horn Whisky Barrel Shiraz 2022 and the Golden Horn Whisky Barrel Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 are now available for purchase at BWS ($24) and Dan Murphy’s ($18.99), promising a richly satisfying wine experience for both curious and seasoned drinkers alike.
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