The Best Bourbon in The World? (A.W. Hirsch 16 & 20 year old)

I know this is a Scotch site and I somewhat of a neophyte when it comes to Bourbon, but I thought some people out here might be able to help out. I`ve just had a few drams of A.W. Hirsch 16 year old. I`m not much of a bourbon drinker but took the genre into a whole new dimension. The nose was somewhat muted (a good thing) and the sweetness expressed itself in a variety of pleasant ways, but the best was the mouthfeel; viscous sweet velvet on the tongue. The whole experience was luxurious without being overpowering --a common shortcoming with Bourbon. On to the questions: In the US people go on and on about how rare this stuff is (and how much more rare the 20 year old is)

bottle. That`s the 16 YO; haven`t seen any 20 for a while. Suits me; I liked the 16 better. Domestic Whiskey of the Year in 1998. Here`s the review:
Domestic Whiskey of the Year A. H. Hirsch 16 year old, 1974 vintage, 45.8%
Few bourbon devotees know that there`s actually a straight bourbon whiskey on the market from the now-defunct Michter`s distillery in Pennsylvania. Since it is sold in extremely limited quantities under the name A.H. Hirsch, with the label stating "Bottled by Hirsch Distillers, Lawrenceburg, Kentucky," it is easy to understand how this whiskey suffers from an identity crisis and could be overlooked. But to pass this whiskey by before its finite stocks disappear would be unfortunate indeed, for this a whiskey worth savoring.
If you`re not familiar with the Michter`s distillery, you`re probably not alone. Until it closed in the late 1980s, this small distillery, located just outside Schaefferstown, PA, was the oldest operating distillery in the U.S. The distillery first produced whiskey in 1753, 23 years before the signing of the Declaration of Independence. In fact, it was marketed as "the whiskey that warmed the Revolution." There are currently two bottlings of A. H. Hirsch whiskey for sale. One, our award winner, is a 16 year old. The other is 20 years old. Both whiskeys were distilled in 1974.
The 16 year old Hirsch whiskey is big, rich, full-bodied, and very complex. No doubt the richness and fullness is derived in part from the extra aging in oak. Most bourbons are not aged nearly this long. I believe some of the complex spicy notes (particularly mint) is derived from a high proportion of rye in its mash bill. A contemplative whiskey indeed! Get a bottle or two before it disappears completely.
Tasting notes: Chestnut colored. Rich thick aromas of maple syrup, sandalwood, dark berries, molasses, leather, and spice (especially mint). A thick-textured whiskey, which coats the mouth. Rich, complex flavors, very spicy, with plenty of mint, evergreen, dried apricots, toffee, and vanilla. Long soothing finish.
A. H. Hirsch whiskey is distributed exclusively by Preiss Imports (800/745-5042).
I also did a review on the dreaded epinions: http://www.epinions.com/fddk-review-1ECD-6E5BC4F- 393C6EEA-prod6
Great freakin` whiskey. I`ve got three bottles stashed, so go ahead and buy.

Hi Rufus, retailers I know of. The 20 yo can also be found. The last bottle of 20yo I saw (on Labor Day weekend) went for around $125.00 and the 16 yo is up near $90 now. Glad I stocked up when it was plentiful. Maybe someone else in Chicago will be willing to help you out. Others may contact me off-line for information if interested. Life is Hell)