Blanton's M&P Wine and Spirits Festival 2017 Special Edition

Single barrel. Bottled exclusively for the M&P Wine & Spirits Festival in Poland, 2017. Aged in Warehouse H at Buffalo Trace — the only warehouse authorized for the Blanton's name. A rare international exclusive unavailable through U.S. retail.

Blanton's market-exclusive releases are produced in very limited quantities for specific international retailers and events — never available through standard U.S. distribution. The M&P Wine & Spirits Festival editions are among the most sought-after Blanton's market exclusives, bottled specifically for Poland's leading spirits event and available in America only through specialty importers or secondary channels.

Like all Blanton's Single Barrel expressions, this release was aged in Warehouse H at Buffalo Trace — the only metal-clad warehouse at the distillery, commissioned by Colonel Albert B. Blanton. The metal construction transfers heat differently than brick warehouses, producing a distinctive aging environment that Blanton identified as the best for producing his particular style of bourbon. The high-rye Buffalo Trace mash bill delivers the characteristic Blanton's profile of nutmeg, spice, vanilla, and caramel.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Rich amber with warm copper tones from Warehouse H aging.
• Nose: Nutmeg, spices, dry vanilla, honey, and caramel.
• Palate: Spicy and sweet — the high-rye mash bill's characteristic profile with the citrus and oak notes that define Blanton's.
• Finish: Medium with corn and nutmeg returning for a satisfying close.

Specs

• Distillery: Buffalo Trace, Frankfort, Kentucky
• Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Single Barrel
• Warehouse: Warehouse H (metal-clad, Blanton's exclusive)
• Bottled for: M&P Wine & Spirits Festival, Poland
• Release: 2017
• Size: 700ml

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Frequently Asked Questions

• How does the 2017 M&P edition compare to the 2019? Both are Poland festival exclusives bottled for M&P Wine & Spirits. Each year's selection reflects a different barrel with its own dump date, barrel number, rick position, and proof. The 2017 is older and harder to source than the 2019.
• Why are international Blanton's exclusives sought after by American collectors? These expressions are never available through U.S. retail and represent specific barrel selections made for international partners. The market-exclusive releases — including LMDW, Poland, and other international editions — allow collectors to access barrel profiles not found in domestic Blanton's offerings.
• What is Warehouse H? Colonel Albert B. Blanton commissioned the construction of Warehouse H at what is now Buffalo Trace — the only metal-clad warehouse at the distillery. The metal construction transfers heat more rapidly than brick, producing faster temperature cycling that creates a distinctive aging environment. All Blanton's Single Barrel Bourbon is aged in Warehouse H.
• Note on the wax seal: Due to Blanton's wax seal design, there is potential for minor wax damage or leakage during transit.