86: Bourbon and Wine Barrels with Josh Cellars

Just in time for National Bourbon Heritage Month, we are exploring a first for us, bourbon barrel aged wine. We may be familiar with wine barrel-finished bourbons, but what about the other way around?  Josh Cellars recently introduced their Reserve Bourbon Barrel Aged Cabernet Sauvignon which was matured in Redemption Bourbon barrels for two months.  We shared some whiskey and wine with the Founder of Josh Cellars.

We're joined by Joseph Carr, Founder of Josh Cellars, to talk whiskey and wine. The son of a lumberjack (Josh; the brand's namesake), Joe started out serving beers and shots of Jack Daniels at the local bar.  But, in chasing his American Dream, Joe advanced his career by working in New York City and eventually began traveling the world as a Wine Sommelier and whiskey lover.

Michael and Scott picked Joe's brain and we explored similarities between the two worlds of wine and whiskey. This is especially true in the cooperage (barrels) used for each, unique woods, and perfectly tuned and crafted barrels are critical to unique whiskies and wines. The next time your wine-loving friends are looking for a bottle, but sure to point them toward this unique Cabernet Sauvignon, the best of both worlds. The bourbon barrel contributes subtle notes of vanilla, brown sugar, and rich caramel, which blend with traditional Cabernet flavors of red fruits.  Thank you to the Deutsch Family of Spirits for connecting us with Josh Cellars and sending us the new Bourbon Barrel Cabernet Sauvignon and Redemption Bourbon to enjoy on the show.  

Links:

• Josh Cellars Official Website
• Deutsch Family of Spirits
• Bourbon Lens Podcast with Taconic Distillery
• Vintner Joseph Carr donates 500 meals to Capital Region hospital workers
• Operation Gratitude Camoflauge Wine from Josh Cellars
• Forbes Feature: Meet The Unlikely Vintner Behind The Hit Wine, Josh. 
• Joe and wife Deirdre Carr, co-founders of Josh Cellars.

 

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