Single Malt Cellar Collection Bottled 2001
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Bottled at peak maturity, this rare single malt does not improve with bottle age and can be kept indefinitely if stored properly; once opened, it is best enjoyed within 1 to 2 years.
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dark chocolate, blue cheese, roasted venison
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The Glenlivet Cellar Collection represents a landmark series of ultra-rare, limited-edition single malts curated directly from the distillery's most historic archives. Bottled in 2001, this release showcases the pinnacle of Speyside craftsmanship, drawing on the legendary heritage established by George Smith in 1824. Distilled using the region's mineral-rich water from Josie's Well and refined in Glenlivet's signature tall, lantern-shaped copper pot stills, the spirit underwent decades of quiet maturation in select oak casks. This slow interaction with the wood in the cool, damp climate of the Livet valley imparted an incredibly complex profile of rich orchard fruits, subtle spice, and deep oak undertones, embodying the sophisticated, elegant style that defined Speyside single malts on the global stage.
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Established in 1824 by George Smith in the remote Glenlivet valley of Speyside, Scotland, The Glenlivet is legendary as the first licensed distillery in the parish, setting the standard for Speyside single malts. Now owned by Pernod Ricard, the distillery draws its mineral-rich water from Josie's Well and utilizes lantern-shaped copper pot stills to produce a characteristically bright, elegant, and fruity spirit. The Glenlivet is globally renowned for its exceptional wood management, utilizing traditional oak, American white oak, and French Limousin oak casks to age signature expressions such as the 12 Year Old, the 15 Year Old French Oak Reserve, and the rare Winchester Collection.