Single Malt Single Cask 34YO Bottled 2018
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Fully matured upon bottling, this exceptional spirit is ready to be savored now and will remain in peak condition indefinitely if stored upright in a cool, dark place.
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Slow-roasted Wagyu beef, rich dark chocolate, or mature blue cheeses.
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Nestled at the foot of Mount Tennozan where three rivers meet, the Yamazaki Distillery benefits from a unique, humid microclimate and legendary soft water, famously praised by historic tea masters. This ultra-rare 34-year-old single cask expression, distilled in 1984 and bottled in 2018, represents the absolute pinnacle of Japanese whisky craftsmanship. Over more than three decades of quiet maturation in Yamazaki's cellars, the spirit has developed an incredibly complex, meditative profile of sandalwood, aromatic incense, dried dark fruits, and deep spice, reflecting the meticulous wood management and blending heritage of Suntory.
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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.