Single Malt Rare Collection Cask 22742 39YO
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As a highly aged single malt scotch whisky, this is bottled at its absolute peak of maturation. It is ready to be savored immediately upon release and will maintain its exceptional quality indefinitely if stored upright in a cool, dark place.
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Rich blue cheeses such as Stilton, high-quality dark chocolate with a high cacao percentage, or slow-roasted venison.
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Deep in the heart of Speyside, Scotland, lies the Glenfiddich distillery, founded by William Grant in 1886. Named after the Gaelic for 'Valley of the Deer,' Glenfiddich has preserved its traditional distilling heritage for generations, still utilizing the Robbie Dhu spring for its exceptionally pure water. The Single Malt Rare Collection Cask 22742 39YO is an extraordinary testament to time and patience. Distilled in 1978 and matured for nearly four decades in a single oak cask, this ultra-rare expression captures the essence of Speyside's gentle microclimate. The slow, decades-long interaction between the spirit and the wood has yielded a remarkably complex profile, rich with notes of dark dried fruits, seasoned oak, delicate spice, and a whisper of classic Glenfiddich orchard fruit character.
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Established in 1886 by William Grant in Dufftown, Scotland, Glenfiddich is one of the world's most famous and pioneering single malt Scotch whisky distilleries, still proudly family-owned by William Grant & Sons. Nestled in the heart of Speyside, the distillery utilizes the pristine waters of the Robbie Dhu spring and traditional, uniquely shaped copper pot stills to craft its signature spirit. Glenfiddich is celebrated for its commitment to traditional craftsmanship, maintaining an on-site cooperage and maturing its spirit in fine oak casks. This dedication yields an iconic, fruit-forward, and complex range of single malts, from their classic expressions to highly coveted, decades-old vintage reserves.