Single Malt Sherry Cask Bottled 2016
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Bottled in 2016, this exceptional single malt is fully matured and ready to be enjoyed immediately. Unlike wine, high-proof spirits do not mature further in the glass bottle, but this bottle will easily retain its extraordinary character and complexity for decades if stored upright in a cool, dark place.
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Rich dark chocolate desserts, roasted duck breast with a plum reduction, and mature artisanal cheeses such as aged Gouda or Stilton.
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Established in 1923 by Shinjiro Torii on the outskirts of Kyoto, Yamazaki is Japan's oldest commercial whisky distillery. Nestled in a misty vale where the Katsura, Uji, and Kizu rivers meet, the distillery benefits from a highly humid microclimate ideal for cask maturation. The Yamazaki Single Malt Sherry Cask Bottled 2016 is a legendary release in Japanese whisky history, following the global sensation of its 2013 predecessor. Meticulously crafted under the supervision of Chief Blender Shinji Fukuyo, this expression is matured exclusively in carefully selected Spanish oak casks that previously held Oloroso sherry. The result is a deeply complex, mahogany-hued spirit boasting intense notes of dried raisins, dark chocolate, clove, and a subtle balsamic acidity, representing the pinnacle of Japanese blending artistry and Spanish wood management.
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Established in 1923 by Shinjiro Torii, Yamazaki is Japan's oldest commercial whisky distillery, located at the scenic convergence of the Katsura, Uji, and Kizu rivers in Osaka Prefecture, where a unique humid microclimate and exceptionally pure water create the ideal environment for spirits maturation. Owned by Suntory, the distillery is globally celebrated for its pioneering craftsmanship and innovative maturation process, which utilizes a diverse array of cask types including Spanish sherry casks, American white oak, and rare Japanese Mizunara oak. Yamazaki's signature style is characterized by a complex, multi-layered fruitiness and deep, spicy incense-like aromas, epitomized by legendary expressions such as their Single Malt 12 and 18 Years Old.