Starward Solera Single MaltStarward Solera Apera Wine Barrels Single Malt is their first whisky the one that sent them Starward. A modern take on tradition in every way, matured in unique Australian fortified wine barrels named Apera, and used in a new world blending system. This unique technique was pioneered by them.. Ingredients and approach to the Solera barrels maximise the dried fruit and nutty flavours.