Four Gate Batch 27 Split Stave by Kelvin Rye 750ML armenia A 95 point rating from Whisky other american whiskey A 95 point rating from Whisky Advocate and a Double Gold at the New York World Wine & Spirits Competition validate what the palate confirms — this is a serious and sourcing from six pedigreed vineyards place it firmly among the top tier of California Chardonnays at its price point This hybrid construction delivers the benefits of both double oaking and toasting in a single finishing vessel — and the use of French Oak rather than traditional American white oak introduces a different tannin structure and flavor dimension not typically found in rye whiskey Four Gate Whiskey Company operates as an independent blender and bottler