Blended Silver Square Bottle 4th Release12YO
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As a fully matured blended spirit, it does not develop further in the bottle and is ready to be enjoyed immediately, or it can be preserved indefinitely when stored upright in a cool, dark place.
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braised pork belly, smoked salmon, dark chocolate
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Suntory's legacy of blending is legendary, tracing back to founder Shinjiro Torii's vision of creating a spirit that perfectly suited the delicate Japanese palate. The Blended Silver Square Bottle 12 Years Old (4th Release) represents a highly collectible chapter in this blending history. Housed in an elegant square bottle—a design motif inspired by traditional Japanese cut glass (Satsuma Kiriko) first introduced with the iconic Kakubin in 1937—this rare expression showcases the pinnacle of Japanese blending craftsmanship. It brings together carefully selected malt and grain whiskies aged for at least 12 years, drawing from the diverse cask profiles of Suntory's historic distilleries. The resulting spirit is celebrated for its harmonious balance, offering a complex nose of dried orchard fruits, subtle Mizunara oak spice, and a smooth, velvety palate with a clean, lingering finish.
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Founded in 1899 by Shinjiro Torii in Osaka, Japan, Suntory has grown from a pioneering wine importer into a global powerhouse of fine wines and spirits. While world-renowned for its legendary whisky blending heritage—exemplified by iconic labels like Hibiki and Suntory Old Whisky—the company has also championed Japanese viticulture since acquiring the historic Tomi No Oka Winery in Yamanashi in 1936. Embracing a philosophy of harmony between Japanese nature and craftsmanship, Suntory produces elegant, terroir-driven red and white wines alongside its celebrated spirits portfolio. Today, their wine-making legacy spans from the slopes of Mount Fuji to prestigious estates in Bordeaux, reflecting an uncompromising commitment to quality and innovation.