Three Chord Strange Collaboration: Pinot Noir Finished Bourbon

Three Chord Strange Collaboration is a harmonious blend of Kentucky craftsmanship and California viticulture. This unique expression takes a small-batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon and finishes it in premium French Oak Pinot Noir casks from the acclaimed Strange Family Vineyards in Santa Rita Hills. The result is a "Perfectly Tuned" whiskey that balances traditional bourbon sweetness with sophisticated red fruit complexity.


Product Highlights

Feature Details
Type Pinot Noir Cask Finished Straight Bourbon
Proof 99 Proof (49.5% ABV)
Mash Bill 75% Corn, 21% Rye, 4% Malted Barley
Finishing 3 Months in Strange Family Pinot Noir Barrels
Origin Kentucky Straight Bourbon (Aged 3–6 Years)

Tasting Notes

  • The Chorus (Nose): An inviting melody of fresh cherry, raspberry, and plum layered over a classic base of sweet corn and toasted oak.

  • The Verse (Palate): Silky and medium-bodied. Rich notes of berry jam and dark chocolate harmonize with caramel, vanilla bean, and a hint of clove.

  • The Bridge (Finish): A smooth, lingering exit with subtle wine-tannin dryness, white peppercorn spice, and a final pop of summer fruit sweetness.

Why It Hits the Right Notes

This isn't just a "finished" whiskey—it’s a true collaboration between Three Chord founder Neil Giraldo and the Strange family. By utilizing high-quality Pinot Noir barrels, the bourbon gains a vibrant ruby hue and a fruit-forward profile that appeals to both whiskey aficionados and wine lovers. It’s light enough for summer sipping but complex enough to be the star of a premium Manhattan.