Rebel 100 Childress Vineyards Cabernet Franc Barrel Finish

Rebel 100 Cabernet Franc Cask Finish is a bold, innovative take on wheated bourbon—an exclusive collaboration between Rebel Bourbon and Childress Vineyards. This limited-edition release takes the classic Rebel 100 wheated bourbon, known for its smooth yet spicy character, and finishes it in Cabernet Franc wine barrels from North Carolina’s award-winning Childress Vineyards.

Bottled at a robust 100 proof (50% ABV), this whiskey offers a compelling fusion of ripe red fruit, toasted spice, and wine-soaked oak, without compromising the soft, round finish wheated bourbon fans crave. It’s a bold rebel spirit with a winemaker’s finesse.

Key Features:

• Finished in Cabernet Franc wine barrels from Childress Vineyards

• Base spirit: Rebel 100 Wheated Bourbon

• Bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV) for intensity and structure

• Mash bill: wheated bourbon – softer and smoother than high-rye mash bills

• Non-chill filtered for full-bodied mouthfeel

• Limited release – part of a barrel finish series

• A unique crossover of bourbon and wine barrel finishing

• Crafted for fans of wine-finished whiskies, wheated bourbons, and bold limited-edition expressions

Tasting Notes:

• Aroma: Dark cherries, spiced plum, vanilla bean, toasted oak

• Palate: Rich red berry compote, chocolate-covered cherries, clove, caramelized sugar

• Finish: Long and silky, with lingering hints of sweet wine, leather, and baking spice

How to Enjoy:

• Best enjoyed neat or with a single cube

• Pair with dark chocolate, smoked duck, charcuterie, or aged cheese

• Excellent for wine drinkers venturing into bourbon, or bourbon fans exploring cask finishes

• Ideal for collector shelves, seasonal tastings, and gift sets

FAQ:

Q: What is Cabernet Franc cask finishing?
A: After initial bourbon aging, the whiskey is transferred into barrels that previously held Cabernet Franc wine, adding depth and red fruit notes.

Q: Is this still considered bourbon?
A: Yes – it's a bourbon finished in wine barrels, a growing trend among premium cask-finished spirits.

Q: Is Rebel 100 a wheated bourbon?
A: Yes – it uses wheat instead of rye as the secondary grain, resulting in a smoother, sweeter flavor profile.

Q: Is this a limited release?
A: Yes – this is a special edition collaboration and will not be regularly restocked.