LIMITED EDITION The S&K Classic Barrel Package
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Crafted for the Connoisseur, Honoring 150 Years of Winemaking History.
Only 25 Available.
Celebrate Stanton & Killeen’s 150th anniversary with The S&K Classic Barrel Package—a tribute to our legacy and a masterpiece of craftsmanship. This limited-edition release is more than a product; it’s an experience, meticulously designed for lovers of fine wine and exceptional craftsmanship.
We are releasing 25 limited-edition barrels filled with a Classic-aged fortified of your choice. These limited-edition barrels are handcrafted from ex-bourbon and whiskey barrels purchased by 5th-generation winemaker Norman Killeen in the 1970s; these housed S&K fortified wines for more than 50 years.
Handcrafted by master cooper Andrew Young from the Barossa Valley, these barrels have undergone a 2-year seasoning process at the winery after being completed. Each barrel has a limited-edition collectors plaque attached.
You can read more information about Andrew Young and his cooperage here: The Craft of a Master Cooper – Liquid Luxury by Stanton & Killeen
What’s Included:
- Handcrafted Barrel: A 10L barrel crafted by Master Cooper Andrew Young from 50-year-old oak, sourced from ex-bourbon and whiskey barrels purchased by Norman Killeen in the 1970s.
- Seasoned Perfection: Each barrel has undergone a 2-year seasoning process, ensuring it is primed for aging our fortified wines.
- Classic Selection: Choose from Classic Muscat, Classic Tawny, or Classic Topaque—12-year-aged fortified wines that will deepen in complexity and edge closer to Grand classification as they age.
- Collector’s Plaque: A limited-edition plaque marking this as part of our 150th-anniversary release, adding a piece of history to your collection.
Why You’ll Love It:
This is the ultimate collector’s item, perfect for connoisseurs, gift-givers, and patrons of craftsmanship. The S&K Classic is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Stanton & Killeen’s storied history.
Availability:
With only 25 barrels released in 2025 to celebrate our sesquicentennial, this package is as exclusive as it is extraordinary. Available until sold out.
Price: $2,000
Don’t miss your chance to own this timeless piece of S&K’s legacy. Reserve your barrel today and be part of 150 years of history, innovation, and exceptional fortified wines.
You can read more information on fortified wine and barrels here: Fortified wine on tap – Liquid Luxury by Stanton & Killeen
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Standard, Premium & Deluxe?
Our Standard fortified is approximately 2-3 years old, fresh and versatile, this is a great start for a new barrel or to add fresh flavour.
Our Premium fortified is approximately 3-4 years old, perfect for those that want a drink now style or a head start on maturing your blend.
Our Deluxe fortified is 4-5 years old is the most mature and complex in the range, this is great for brand new barrels or if you want to add age and complexity to your barrel quickly.
How do I know which fortified to purchase?
So you're looking at purchasing a home barrel, allowing you to have delicious fortified wine on tap 24/7. Congratulations! Owning a home barrel begins an exciting journey full of experimenting, sipping, swishing, spitting, testing and waiting. It's all part of handcrafting and perfecting a unique fortified blend that you can sip, enjoy and brag about with great satisfaction.
If the world of home barrels and blending fortified is new to you, then let us guide you through the different options we have available at Liquid Luxury.
Continue reading here to explore your options
Can I have more information about your barrels?
At Liquid Luxury we pride ourselves on our range, knowledge and service of all things home barrels. We begin by supplying you with a great base material to work with and support you to create your dream fortified blend. An example of our base materials include our Standard, Premium or Deluxe blending fortified. We know that only our best barrels and casks can create our world-class Muscats, Topaques & Tawnys. Some of our barrels predate our winery and, at 150+ years of age, are still going strong and helping to create our classic, grand and rare fortified wines. For customers to replicate the barrel ageing process at home, we have teamed up with Master Cooper, Andrew Young, of the Barossa Valley to create a range of home barrels of the highest quality and craftsmanship.
Continue reading for more information on Andrew Young and our home barrel.
Can I sample your blending fortifieds before choosing?
If the world of home barrels and blending fortified is new to you, or you're not sure what you'd like to top your home barrel up with then why not sample the different options we have available at Liquid Luxury.
Simply select the sample box you'd like to try. You can purchase multiple sample boxes at a time. If you're interested in sampling our entire range please select all options to receive one of each.
Purchase sample boxes here